In 1972, Townes Van Zandt cut two perfect albums, one of them being High, Low and in Between. This album with minimal backing keeps the spotlight on Van Zandt's vocals and his songwriting.

The record includes 'To Live Is to Fly,' the song Van Zandt considered his best, 'No Deal,' an absurd hard luck blues, a couple of gospel songs, 'Mr. Gold and Mr. Mud,' one of his most baffling poetic tunes, and the title track, an aching tale of heartache and confusion.