5 Facts About Karla Bonoff’s 1977 Debut Album

The album was self-titled and released in 1977. It marked Bonoff’s first major release after years of writing songs for other artists.

It features three songs that became hits for Linda Ronstadt. Ronstadt recorded “Someone to Lay Down Beside Me,” “Lose Again,” and “If He’s Ever Near.”

The album includes contributions from notable session musicians. Waddy Wachtel, Andrew Gold, and Kenny Edwards played on the record.

It peaked at number 51 on the Billboard 200 chart. The album received critical praise but modest commercial success.

Bonoff wrote or co-wrote all 10 tracks. Her songwriting style blends folk, rock, and soft pop influences.