Boom
Walker Hayes · 2017
34 min · 11 tracks · country music
A blend of upbeat country pop infused with playful lyrics and catchy melodies that reflect everyday life experiences.
Top tracks — play these first
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You Broke Up With Me — This track captures Hayes' signature blend of humor and heartbreak, showcasing clever lyrics about unexpected breakups that struck a chord with listeners.
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Shut Up Kenny — The playful narrative and catchy chorus highlight Hayes' ability to weave storytelling into his music, making it a standout party anthem.
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Dollar Store — This song reflects on humble beginnings with a lighthearted tone, illustrating Hayes' knack for turning everyday experiences into relatable narratives.
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 relatable lyrics but lacks depth and innovation.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a mid-tempo track that sets a playful tone, followed by several upbeat songs that maintain a consistent energy.
- Several songs incorporate conversational lyrics that reflect relatable life experiences, enhancing the album's accessibility.
- 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
- steady mid-tempo sing-alongs
- playful storytelling for road trips
- lighthearted vibes for gatherings
- quick bursts of relatable humor
Maybe skip if you
- seeking introspective deep dives
- prefer complex, lengthy compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 2017, Boom marked Walker Hayes' debut studio album following a series of successful independent singles. At this stage in his career, Hayes was transitioning from a struggling songwriter to a recognized artist, having gained attention for his unique storytelling and relatable themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jordan Davis· Kacey Musgraves· Thomas Rhett
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Beautiful 3:00
- 2 Shut Up Kenny 3:00
- 3 You Broke Up With Me 3:16
- 4 Halloween 3:20
- 5 Dollar Store 3:17
- 6 Beer in the Fridge 2:27
- 7 Beckett 2:56
- 8 Mind Candy 3:41
- 9 Prescriptions 3:01
- 10 Craig 3:10
- 11 Thank You 3:12
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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