What makes Custom Built by Bret Michaels notable?

Custom Built achieved commercial success by debuting at number 1 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart and performing well on the Billboard 200. The album's unique blend of genres and its inclusion of both new material and reimagined classics like Every Rose contributed to its recognition within the country rock scene. By the release of Custom Built in 2010, Bret Michaels was transitioning from his roots in glam metal with Poison into a solo career that embraced country influences. This album followed his appearances on reality television, including Celebrity Apprentice, which helped renew interest in his music. It marked a significant point where he merged his hard rock background with a more mainstream country sound.

Who is Custom Built for?

Custom Built works well if you're into steady mid-tempo sing-alongs, heartfelt ballads for road trips and anthemic choruses with friends.

How many songs are on Custom Built?

Custom Built has 12 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.

Custom Built

Bret Michaels · 2010

42 min · 12 tracks · country music

A blend of country-inflected rock and glam metal, showcasing heartfelt ballads and anthemic choruses.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Every Rose (country version) — This track reinterprets Michaels' iconic ballad with a country twist, showcasing his versatility and appeal across genres while retaining emotional depth.
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Nothing to Lose — The anthemic quality of this song encapsulates the album's spirit, blending catchy melodies with themes of resilience and determination.
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Riding Against the Wind — This track stands out for its evocative lyrics about perseverance and self-discovery, making it a relatable anthem for listeners experiencing life's challenges.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo sing-alongs
heartfelt ballads for road trips
anthemic choruses with friends
reflective moments during commutes

Maybe skip if you

prefer fast-paced excitement
seek experimental soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context: By the release of Custom Built in 2010, Bret Michaels was transitioning from his roots in glam metal with Poison into a solo career that embraced country influences. This album followed his appearances on reality television, including Celebrity Apprentice, which helped renew interest in his music. It marked a significant point where he merged his hard rock background with a more mainstream country sound.
Stylistic neighbors: Kid Rock· Toby Keith· Jason Aldean

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Riding Against the Wind 3:42
2 Lie to Me 3:07
3 Nothing to Lose 3:55
4 Wasted Time 3:45
5 What I Got 3:26
6 Every Rose (country version) 4:21
7 Go That Far (club mix) 3:34
8 Driven (rock mix) 2:59
9 Open Road 3:57
10 Rock’n My Country 2:50
11 Nothing to Lose (Bret Only demo) 3:43
12 I’d Die for You 3:21

What to play next

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Rock My World

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