What makes Bigger by Sugarland notable?

Upon its release, Bigger debuted at number five on the Billboard 200 and topped the Country Albums chart. The lead single, 'Babe,' featuring Taylor Swift, was a notable collaboration that further solidified Sugarland's influence in contemporary country music. Bigger marks Sugarland's return after a hiatus, following their 2014 album, Deepest Purple: The Best of Sugarland. This release showcases a renewed artistic vision as the duo navigated changes in their sound and personal lives while reestablishing their presence in the country music scene.

Bigger works well if you're into uplifting themes for positivity, steady mid-tempo sing-alongs and heartfelt melodies for connection.

How many songs are on Bigger?

Bigger has 11 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.

Bigger

Sugarland · 2018

41 min · 11 tracks · country music

Uplifting country melodies intertwine with heartfelt storytelling, capturing the essence of love, resilience, and personal growth.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Bigger — The title track encapsulates the album’s themes of growth and ambition through a catchy chorus that encourages listeners to embrace life's possibilities.
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Babe — 'Babe' stands out for its engaging narrative and standout collaboration with Taylor Swift, blending pop and country elements while highlighting emotional vulnerability.
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Mother — This poignant tribute to motherhood features introspective lyrics that resonate deeply, portraying the complexities of familial love with sincerity and warmth.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

47 /100

Foothills

Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The album features strong storytelling but follows familiar country structures and themes.

What we noticed

The album opens with a title track that features a gradual build-up, layering instrumentation before reaching a full sound.
Several tracks incorporate call-and-response vocal patterns between the duo, enhancing the sense of dialogue in their storytelling.
The last three tracks shift to more introspective themes and slower tempos, creating a reflective conclusion to the album.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

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

uplifting themes for positivity
steady mid-tempo sing-alongs
heartfelt melodies for connection
feel-good tracks for gatherings

Maybe skip if you

prefer fast-paced energy
seek experimental soundscapes

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Late Career Highlight — Bigger shows renewed artistic vision after a hiatus, marking a strong return.
Career context: Bigger marks Sugarland's return after a hiatus, following their 2014 album, Deepest Purple: The Best of Sugarland. This release showcases a renewed artistic vision as the duo navigated changes in their sound and personal lives while reestablishing their presence in the country music scene.
Stylistic neighbors: Little Big Town· The Band Perry· Lady A