Spirit (Willie Nelson album)

Spirit is a studio album by American country music singer-songwriter Willie Nelson, released in 1996. It is Nelson's 46th studio album.

The album is characterized by its sparse instrumentation and introspective lyrical themes, a departure from Nelson's more commercially-oriented recordings of the 1980s and early 1990s. Nelson produced the album himself and played acoustic guitar throughout, accompanied primarily by only a few other instruments, including sister Bobbie Nelson on piano.

Spirit features primarily original compositions by Nelson, exploring themes of love, loss, reflection, and spirituality. The minimalist approach to the production emphasizes the raw emotion and vulnerability in Nelson's vocals and songwriting. While not a commercial blockbuster, Spirit was critically well-received and is often cited as one of Nelson's most personal and artistically significant works. It is seen as a return to his roots and a showcase of his songwriting prowess.