Compilations and classic songs that put you in mind of the city, from Traveler’s city playlist.
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Compilations:
Indigo Girls, Indigo Girls (1989)
Decatur natives Emily Saliers and Amy Ray began jamming together in elementary school. They both graduated from Emory University and still call Atlanta home. This Grammy-winning, self-titled album launched the duo with such hits as “Closer to Fine.”
Jermaine Dupri Presents Life in 1472, Jermaine Dupri (1998)
Jermaine Dupri grew up in the predominantly African-American Atlanta suburb of College Park. Widely considered for his accomplishments as a producer—from Kris Kross to TLC and Usher—his groovy 1998 solo album proved his talent as a rap artist.
Back for the First Time, Ludacris (2000)
A former Atlanta disc jockey, Ludacris is one of the cultural icons behind the “Dirty South” style of rap. This 2000 album produced the hits “What’s Your Fantasy” and “Southern Hospitality.”
ATLiens, OutKast (1996)
Atlanta natives Antwan Patton (Big Boi) and Andre Benjamin (Dre or Andre 3000) formed OutKast as teenagers in the mid-1990s. The duo is widely considered as one of the most influential hip-hop groups of all time. This 1996 album is packed with singles, like “Elevators (Me & You).”
Out of Time, R.E.M. (1991)
R.E.M. began as a college band while its members, including lead singer Michael Stipe, attended the University of Georgia in nearby Athens. Known for its innovations in alternative rock, R.E.M. released this 1991 album and shot to the top of Billboard charts with hits like “Losing My Religion.”
Classic Songs:
Some excellent musicians pass through Atlanta and a surprising number feel inspired to write songs. Interestingly, they are often about coming or going, which is in keeping with the city’s history as a transportation hub.
1. “85” by YoungBloodZ
2. “Atlanta Bound” by Gene Autry
3. “Atlanta Song” by David Allan Coe
4. “Georgia on My Mind” by Hoagy Carmichael
5. “Hot ’Lanta” by Allman Brothers Band
6. “I'm On My Way to Atlanta” by Freddie King
7. “Midnight Train To Georgia” by Gladys Knight & the Pips
8. “Oh Atlanta” by Little Feat
9. “Welcome to Atlanta” by Jermaine Dupri
10. “Why Georgia” by John Mayer
