Closing Time — 1973

A tender, piano-led debut of late-night ballads, home to 'Ol' 55'. Warm and understated. A quiet classic. Arrives at the top of the Tom Waits page for good reason.

On vinyl: Well-pressed originals still surface at reasonable prices; modern reissues are a safe bet if you want new.

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More from Tom Waits — where to go next

If you have Closing Time, these are the Tom Waits records worth reaching for next.

1. 1
   Rain Dogs1985 · Folk & Singer-Songwriter
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2. 2
   Swordfishtrombones1983 · Folk & Singer-Songwriter
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3. 3
   Closing Time1973 · you're viewing this one
   Classic
4. 4
   Small Change1976 · Folk & Singer-Songwriter
   Classic
5. 5
   Blue Valentine1978 · Folk & Singer-Songwriter
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