Coward is a solo album by American guitarist Nels Cline which was released in October 2009 on the Cryptogramophone label.

[1] The AllMusic review by Michael G. Nastos states, "This sounds like a very personal and emotional project, certainly one that is rendered from the heart, and must be listened to with the challenged bravery and wide open ears that ignorant, frightened people and those afraid of living life will never, ever experience".

[2] Writing for All About Jazz, John Kelman stated "Like the best solo guitar albums, Coward transcends being merely an exercise in the instrument's vast potential—though it is that, too.

Despite its not inconsiderable challenges, it retains a surprisingly broad appeal, making it a true classic that will likely keep aspiring guitarists scratching their heads for years to come".

[3] Pitchfork's Mark Masters stated "There's no doubt that Coward is a worthy addition to his canon, but the chances of it being anyone's go-to Cline disc are roughly the same as someone listing a compilation as their favorite album".