Colorado
Neil Young · 2019
50 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock
A sprawling journey through reflective storytelling, blending rock's grit with tender moments of introspection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Think of Me Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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She Showed Me Love — This nearly 14-minute track evolves from a soft narrative into a powerful rock crescendo, showcasing Young's ability to blend storytelling with musical experimentation.
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Green Is Blue — With its poignant lyrics about loss and longing, this track encapsulates the emotional core of the album, resonating deeply with listeners.
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Help Me Lose My Mind — The song's intricate arrangement pairs beautifully with introspective lyrics, capturing a sense of vulnerability that permeates the entire record.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines thoughtful lyrics with strong instrumentation, though it doesn't fully stand out in Young's discography.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a mid-tempo track that features layered guitar harmonies, setting a reflective tone.
- Several tracks incorporate extended instrumental sections, allowing for improvisation and dynamic shifts in energy.
- The lyrics frequently address social issues, with 'Shut It Down' using direct language to tackle climate change.
- The final track concludes with a slow build-up that fades out, creating a sense of resolution.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- introspective moments for reflection
- gritty guitar work engagement
- emotional storytelling through sound
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek high-energy party vibes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality and engagement with familiar themes in Young's later career.
- Themes
- climate crisis critique· loss and hope
- Career context
- Released in early 2019, Colorado marked Neil Young's first album with Crazy Horse since 2012’s Psychedelic Pill. At this point in his career, Young was revisiting familiar themes of love and loss while also incorporating a more modern sound. The album reflects a seasoned artist exploring new avenues while staying true to his roots.
Tracklist
- 1 Think of Me Start here 3:02
- 2 She Showed Me Love 13:37
- 3 Olden Days 4:04
- 4 Help Me Lose My Mind 4:14
- 5 Green Is Blue 3:48
- 6 Shut It Down 3:44
- 7 Milky Way 5:59
- 8 Eternity 2:45
- 9 Rainbow of Colors 3:35
- 10 I Do 5:36
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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