By the Time I Get to Phoenix (Glen Campbell album)
By the Time I Get to Phoenix is a studio album by American singer Glen Campbell, released in November 1967 by Capitol Records. The album takes its name from the title track, a Jimmy Webb composition that became one of Campbell's signature songs and a major pop and country hit.
The album reached number 15 on the Billboard 200 chart and number 1 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart. It remained at the top of the country albums chart for 13 weeks.
Beyond the title track, the album includes other notable songs such as "Hey Little One," "You're My World," and "Gentle on My Mind," another song that helped define Campbell's career. It also features covers of songs by artists like The Beatles and Johnny Cash.
The album's success cemented Campbell's status as a crossover artist, appealing to both pop and country music audiences. The title track in particular is praised for its lyrical storytelling and Campbell's vocal performance. The album is often considered a cornerstone of Campbell's discography and a significant work in the country pop genre. It contributed to establishing Jimmy Webb as a prominent songwriter.