We all have them. 

Those albums we played to death—so much so that one day, we just can’t do it anymore. Maybe we overplayed them, maybe they remind us too much of a time long gone, or maybe we just heard them on the radio one too many times.

Here are a few of mine—albums I once loved (or tolerated) but can’t bear to spin again: 

Tracy Chapman – Tracy Chapman
A stunning album, a magical voice, and Fast Car? A masterpiece. But I’ve heard it so many times, I’d rather tripe than listen to it again. Still, it’s a classic, and with the reissue on the way, plenty of people are very excited.

Buena Vista Social Club – Buena Vista Social Club
This album is sonic perfection—immaculate playing, classic Cuban magic, and the Ry Cooder touch. But we played it on repeat at work for years, and now, even my very nice audiophile copy sits on the shelf more for display than listening.

Meat Loaf – Bat Out of Hell 
A ‘70s juggernaut, played on every radio station forever. I never liked it much, and after decades of airplay, I like it even less. Never play again? Sorry, Meat Loaf fans. 

R.E.M. – Automatic for the People 
A brilliant album—but I killed it. Back when my car had a 10-CD changer, this one never left. It was on constant repeat, and now? Still love REM but not again, not ever. 

Shelby Lynne – Just a Little Lovin’ 
An extraordinary talent with a voice full of raw emotion. Maybe too much emotion—this one just hits too hard.

What About You?

What albums have you overplayed to the point of no return? What’s gathering dust on your shelf, no matter how good it is?

Drop us a reply—we’d love to hear your never again records! And don’t worry—there’s always another album waiting to take its place.

OnVinyl – Because some records deserve endless spins… and some just need a break.

Best regards,
Otis