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All of It

Cole Swindell · 2018

41 min · 12 tracks · country music

A lively blend of contemporary country melodies with heartfelt storytelling and relatable themes that resonate across personal experiences.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Break Up in the End — This track combines a poignant narrative about love lost with Swindell's signature vocal style, making it a standout example of emotional depth in modern country.
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    All of It — The title track encapsulates the album's overall theme of embracing life fully, showcasing Swindell's knack for catchy hooks and relatable lyrics.
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    Somebody’s Been Drinkin’ — This song illustrates the classic country trope of heartbreak and reflection, paired with a lively rhythm that exemplifies Swindell's ability to balance fun and emotional storytelling.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

46 /100
Foothills
Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album showcases solid songwriting and production but lacks standout moments that elevate it beyond its genre.

What we noticed

  • The album features a consistent use of mid-tempo tracks, with only two songs dropping to a slower pace.
  • Each song typically follows a verse-chorus structure, often repeating the chorus multiple times for emphasis.
  • Lyrically, the album focuses on personal experiences and relatable themes, with storytelling elements present in most tracks.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. 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

  • steady mid-tempo storytelling
  • nostalgic reflections on love
  • catchy hooks for sing-alongs
  • for road trips
  • heartfelt moments of vulnerability

Maybe skip if you

  • seek instant gratification
  • prefer experimental soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2018, 'All of It' is Cole Swindell's third studio album, following his successful self-titled debut in 2014 and the sophomore effort 'You Should Be Here' from 2016. At this point in his career, Swindell had established himself as a leading figure in modern country music, known for his ability to combine traditional sounds with contemporary pop influences.
Stylistic neighbors
Kenny Chesney· Thomas Rhett· Jake Owen

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Love You Too Late 3:24
  • 2 All of It 3:39
  • 3 Somebody’s Been Drinkin’ 3:46
  • 4 Sounded Good Last Night 3:26
  • 5 Break Up in the End 3:20
  • 6 I’ll Be Your Small Town 3:15
  • 7 The Ones Who Got Me Here 3:20
  • 8 20 in a Chevy 3:04
  • 9 Reason to Drink 3:30
  • 10 Her 3:33
  • 11 Both Sides of the Mississippi 3:21
  • 12 Dad’s Old Number 3:29

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