"Luxury You Can Afford" is an album by English rock and blues musician Joe Cocker, released in 1978. Produced by Allen Toussaint, the album represents a departure from Cocker's previous works, switching from his traditional rock style to a mix of rock and disco. It was recorded at the Château du Pape in France and features other artists like Dr. John on keyboards, Cornell Dupree on guitar, and Billy Preston on organ.
The album includes nine tracks. Some of the popular songs from this album are "Fun Time," "I Can't Say No," and a blues-oriented cover of the Steely Dan song, "Do It Again." Despite its innovative style and high-profile collaborations, "Luxury You Can Afford" did not manage to chart in the top 100 on the Billboard 200, demonstrating a lukewarm reception among listeners and critics at the time.
Despite the initial reception, this album showcases Joe Cocker’s distinctive and passionate vocals and genre-blurring musical style, and it remains a unique and cherished addition to his discography.
