Brett Eldredge
Brett Eldredge · 2017
42 min · 12 tracks · country music
A heartfelt blend of contemporary country and pop, layered with smooth vocals and introspective lyrics.
Top tracks — play these first
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Love Someone — This track serves as the emotional centerpiece of the album, featuring soaring melodies that convey vulnerability and connection. Its relatable themes of love and longing resonate deeply with listeners.
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Brother — An uplifting anthem celebrating familial bonds, this song stands out for its heartfelt message and impactful delivery, exemplifying Eldredge's ability to evoke strong emotions.
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Somethin’ I’m Good At — With its upbeat tempo and catchy chorus, this track highlights Eldredge's playful side while addressing self-acceptance and confidence, making it a standout moment on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid songwriting and production but doesn't significantly stand out in the country genre.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks establish a mid-tempo groove, while the fourth track shifts to a slower ballad, creating a noticeable dynamic change.
- Several songs feature layered vocal harmonies that enhance the emotional delivery, particularly in the choruses.
- 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
- heartfelt reflections on love
- uplifting anthems for connection
- warm melodies for companionship
- introspective moments of vulnerability
- easygoing tracks for road trips
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy party vibes
- prefer standalone hits over cohesion
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on August 4, 2017, this self-titled album marked Brett Eldredge's fourth studio effort, following his commercially successful album 'Illinois' in 2015. After establishing himself as a hitmaker with chart-topping singles, this album represents a shift towards a more personal and introspective approach in his songwriting.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Thomas Rhett· Kacey Musgraves· Michael Ray
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Love Someone 3:31
- 2 Superhero 3:00
- 3 The Long Way 3:30
- 4 The Reason 3:28
- 5 Somethin’ I’m Good At 3:38
- 6 Haven’t Met You 4:20
- 7 No Stopping You 3:41
- 8 Brother 3:33
- 9 Heartbreaker 3:27
- 10 Crystal Clear 3:23
- 11 Cycles 3:31
- 12 Castaway 3:01
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