Released 10 years ago
Detour
Cyndi Lauper · 2016
38 min · 12 tracks · blues
A vibrant blend of classic country and pop sensibilities, showcasing Lauper's playful yet heartfelt vocal delivery.
Top tracks — play these first
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Funnel of Love Start here — This track stands out as a lively opener, blending rockabilly influences with Lauper's signature flair, setting the stage for the album's adventurous spirit.
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I Fall to Pieces — Lauper’s rendition captures a poignant vulnerability that reimagines this classic through a modern lens, showcasing her emotive vocal strength.
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Hard Candy Christmas — The closing track brings warmth and nostalgia, demonstrating Lauper's ability to deliver heartfelt ballads while evoking a sense of longing and hope.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Lauper's exploration of country music is solid but doesn't significantly redefine the genre.
What we noticed
- Each track maintains a consistent mid-tempo pace, with the instrumentation primarily featuring traditional country elements like steel guitar and fiddle.
- Several tracks incorporate call-and-response vocal patterns, enhancing the communal feel typical of classic country music.
- 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
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
- nostalgic vibes for road trips
- rich vocals for cozy evenings
- heartfelt storytelling in every track
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced listening experiences
- seek experimental or avant-garde sounds
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Detour marks Lauper's shift into country music, differing from her established pop sound.
- Themes
- emotional storytelling· nostalgic ballads
- Career context
- Released in 2016, Detour is Cyndi Lauper's eleventh studio album and marks her exploration into country music after a decades-long career in pop. This record arrives following her successful foray into Broadway with Kinky Boots, establishing a new chapter in her artistic journey. Lauper's embrace of Americana reflects both her versatility and a desire to connect with her roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Madonna· Annie Lennox· Debbie Harry
Tracklist
- 1 Funnel of Love Start here 3:16
- 2 Detour 2:55
- 3 Misty Blue 3:19
- 4 Walkin’ After Midnight 2:16
- 5 Heartaches by the Number 3:11
- 6 The End of the World 3:13
- 7 Night Life 2:59
- 8 Begging to You 3:24
- 9 You’re the Reason Our Kids Are Ugly 3:43
- 10 I Fall to Pieces 3:01
- 11 I Want to Be a Cowboy’s Sweetheart 3:14
- 12 Hard Candy Christmas 3:54
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Golden Hour
Kacey Musgraves
Shares a blend of country and pop with emotional storytelling and lush production.
Day Breaks
Norah Jones
Combines jazz, blues, and country influences with rich vocal textures and introspective lyrics.
By the Way, I Forgive You
Brandi Carlile
Features heartfelt ballads and a mix of folk and country styles, emphasizing personal narratives.
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