All American
Nick Carter · 2015
34 min · 11 tracks · pop music
Bright pop melodies entwine with reflective lyrics, showcasing a blend of nostalgia and personal growth.
Top tracks — play these first
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Get Over Me — This track encapsulates the album's theme of moving on and reflects Carter's personal experiences with relationships, supported by a catchy chorus.
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California — With its upbeat tempo and vibrant lyrics, this song captures the carefree essence of youth and longing for adventure, resonating with listeners looking for escapism.
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All American — The title track serves as an anthem celebrating individuality and cultural pride, effectively summarizing the album's overarching message of self-acceptance.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features catchy melodies and reflective lyrics but lacks standout moments that elevate it significantly.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album maintains a consistent upbeat tempo, while the second half introduces slower ballads that shift the emotional tone.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the melodic appeal.
- The lyrics often reflect personal experiences and growth, with recurring themes of nostalgia and self-discovery throughout multiple songs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- reflective lyrics with bright melodies
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- nostalgic vibes for sunny days
- feel-good anthems for road trips
Maybe skip if you
- slow builds and long tracks
- deeply introspective lyrical content
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on November 25, 2015, 'All American' is Nick Carter's first solo album in over a decade, following his 2006 effort 'Now or Never'. At this point in his career, Carter sought to establish a distinct identity apart from his Backstreet Boys legacy while exploring themes of youth and self-discovery.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Howie Dorough· Brian Littrell· Lance Bass
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 19 in 99 3:25
- 2 Get Over Me 3:29
- 3 California 2:59
- 4 Second Wind 3:30
- 5 Swet 2:42
- 6 Cherry Pie 3:07
- 7 Tijuana 3:03
- 8 All American 2:53
- 9 Man on the Moon 2:48
- 10 Horoscope 3:13
- 11 I’ll Wait 3:24
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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