Born Free
Kid Rock · 2010
60 min · 13 tracks · country · heavy metal · hip-hop
A blend of rock, country, and hip-hop that radiates anthemic spirit and universal themes of freedom.
Why this album works
'Born Free' debuted at No. 5 on the Billboard 200 and received mixed reviews, but it marked a significant shift towards a more adult contemporary sound. The title track became an unofficial anthem for various social movements, reflecting themes of liberty and resilience that resonated widely in American culture during its release.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- Released in 2010, 'Born Free' is Kid Rock's eighth studio album and follows his commercial peak with 'Rock n Roll Jesus' (2007). At this point, he was solidifying his identity as a genre-blurring artist, transitioning from a predominantly rap-rock sound to a more mainstream rock and country influence. The album represents a maturation in Kid Rock’s musical style while maintaining his rebellious spirit.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bruno Mars· Aaliyah· Miley Cyrus· Timbaland· Yelawolf· Green Day· The Roots· Kevin Rudolf
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Born Free Standout 5:14
- 2 Slow My Roll 4:19
- 3 Care 4:12
- 4 Purple Sky 4:06
- 5 When It Rains 4:46
- 6 God Bless Saturday Standout 3:35
- 7 Collide 4:49
- 8 Flyin’ High 4:03
- 9 Times Like These Standout 5:57
- 10 Rock On 5:23
- 11 Rock Bottom Blues 3:51
- 12 For the First Time (in a Long Time) 5:55
- 13 Care (demo version) 4:24
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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