First Kiss cover

First Kiss

Kid Rock · 2015

44 min · 10 tracks · country · heavy metal · hip-hop

A blend of country rock and Southern charm, intertwining personal stories with nostalgic melodies.

Why this album works

'First Kiss' debuted at number 2 on the Billboard 200 chart, demonstrating Kid Rock's continued relevance in the music industry. The album showcased a more mature sound while retaining his signature storytelling style and received mixed reviews from critics, highlighting its commercial appeal over artistic innovation.
Best for
steady mid-tempo sing-alongs nostalgic vibes with friends personal storytelling moments
Context
By the time 'First Kiss' was released in February 2015, Kid Rock had established himself as a genre-blending artist, following the commercial success of his previous album 'Rebel Soul' from 2012. This album came after a brief hiatus, marking a return to his roots in country music while maintaining elements of rock and hip-hop that characterized his earlier work.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 First Kiss Standout 4:40
  • 2 Good Times, Cheap Wine Standout 4:37
  • 3 Johnny Cash 4:42
  • 4 Ain’t Enough Whiskey 3:37
  • 5 Drinking Beer With Dad Standout 4:39
  • 6 Good Time Lookin’ for Me 4:34
  • 7 Best of Me 4:48
  • 8 One More Song 4:26
  • 9 Jesus and Bocephus 3:51
  • 10 Say Goodbye 4:56

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