Four the Record
Miranda Lambert · 2011
56 min · 15 tracks · country music
A vibrant blend of traditional country storytelling with contemporary themes and an energetic, rebellious spirit.
Top tracks — play these first
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All Kinds of Kinds Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Mama’s Broken Heart — This track cleverly portrays the struggles of handling heartbreak while injecting humor and wit into the narrative, showcasing Lambert's unique approach to songwriting.
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Over You — 'Over You' stands out as a poignant reflection on loss and longing, drawing from Lambert's personal experiences to deliver an emotional performance that resonates deeply.
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Fastest Girl in Town — With its catchy melody and playful lyrics about independence, this track captures Lambert's confident persona and serves as an anthem for self-empowerment.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends traditional and contemporary country sounds while showcasing strong storytelling in its lyrics.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a lively track that sets an upbeat tone, followed by several songs that alternate between mid-tempo and slower ballads.
- Many tracks feature prominent storytelling elements, with lyrics that explore personal experiences and emotions in a narrative style.
- 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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7/10
- 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
- narrative-driven listening experience
- reflective and emotional moments
- steady pacing for long drives
- introspective storytelling vibes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album solidified her status as a leading figure in country music.
- Career context
- Released in 2011, Four the Record was Miranda Lambert's fourth studio album, following the acclaimed Revolution. At this point in her career, Lambert had solidified her status as a leading figure in country music, known for her powerful vocals and songwriting abilities. The album reflects her artistic evolution as she began to incorporate more personal narratives and varied musical influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kacey Musgraves· Carrie Underwood· Ashley Monroe
Tracklist
- 1 All Kinds of Kinds Start here 4:27
- 2 Fine Tune 4:40
- 3 Fastest Girl in Town 3:20
- 4 Safe 4:47
- 5 Mama’s Broken Heart 2:59
- 6 Dear Diamond 3:50
- 7 Same Old You 3:06
- 8 Baggage Claim 3:19
- 9 Easy Living 2:46
- 10 Over You 4:16
- 11 Look at Miss Ohio 4:18
- 12 Better in the Long Run 3:35
- 13 Nobody’s Fool 3:44
- 14 Oklahoma Sky 4:46
- 15 Hurts to Think 2:55
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