Short Stories (Harry Chapin album) explained
Short Stories is the third studio album by the American singer-songwriter Harry Chapin, released in 1973. (see 1973 in music). "W.O.L.D.", "Mr Tanner" and "Mail Order Annie" remained amongst his most popular works for the rest of his life. "W.O.L.D." went to number 36 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and had commercial success in the top 10 in other countries such as Canada.
Personnel
- Harry Chapin – guitar, vocals
- Dave Armstrong – harmonica
- Tomi Lee Bradley – vocals
- Bobby Carlin – drums
- Jeanne French – vocals
- Paul Leka – keyboards
- Michael Masters – cello
- Ronald Palmer – guitar, vocals
- Buddy Saltzman – drums
- John Wallace – bass guitar, vocals
- Tim Scott – cello
Charts and certifications
Charts
Certifications
Region | Certification | Sales |
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United States | Gold | 1,000,000 |
Canada | Platinum | 100,000 |
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Notes and References
- Book: Kent, David. David Kent (historian). Australian Chart Book 1970–1992. illustrated. Australian Chart Book. St Ives, N.S.W.. 1993. 0-646-11917-6. 59.