Another Journal Entry
BarlowGirl · 2005
40 min · 11 tracks · Christian rock
Melodic rock harmonies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a heartfelt exploration of faith and personal struggle.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Need You to Love Me — This track showcases emotional vulnerability, with its pleading chorus highlighting a deep need for divine love and reassurance amid struggles. Its raw honesty connects powerfully with listeners facing similar feelings of inadequacy.
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Porcelain Heart — This song addresses themes of fragility and emotional pain, using porcelain as a metaphor for vulnerability. The poignant delivery enhances its message about the importance of healing and understanding one's worth.
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Psalm 73 (My God's Enough) — Featuring Todd Agnew, this track powerfully reinterprets biblical themes into a modern context, affirming faith amidst doubt and struggle. Its blend of scripture with contemporary sound resonates deeply with fans searching for hope.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines melodic rock with introspective lyrics, showcasing solid craftsmanship but lacking standout compositions.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features tracks that maintain a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and dynamics.
- Several songs incorporate layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the emotional weight of the lyrics.
- The last two tracks shift to a more subdued acoustic arrangement, providing a contrast to the preceding electric instrumentation.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- 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
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
- short reflective moments of introspection
- heartfelt explorations of personal struggle
- uplifting melodies for quiet moments
- emotional harmonies that resonate deeply
Maybe skip if you
- prefer high-energy party tracks
- want complex narrative structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on September 27, 2005, Another Journal Entry was BarlowGirl's sophomore album, following their self-titled debut. At this point in their career, the trio had gained recognition within the Christian rock scene, positioning themselves as relatable voices for young believers navigating life's challenges.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Avalon· Point of Grace· FFH
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Grey 2:36
- 2 Let Go 2:58
- 3 I Need You to Love Me 4:24
- 4 Enough 3:42
- 5 Porcelain Heart 4:10
- 6 Take Me Away 4:03
- 7 Psalm 73 (My God's Enough) (feat. Todd Agnew) 4:00
- 8 5 Minutes of Fame 2:36
- 9 Thoughts of You 4:23
- 10 No One Like You 3:13
- 11 Never Alone (acoustic version) 4:37
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