Girl cover

Girl

Maren Morris · 2019

47 min · 14 tracks · country music

A vibrant blend of country pop and folk influences, infused with empowering themes and catchy melodies.

Top tracks — play these first

  • →
    GIRL — The title track serves as an anthem of empowerment, addressing the struggles women face while celebrating their strength and resilience. Its catchy chorus encapsulates the album's overall message.
  • →
    The Bones — This song blends heartfelt lyrics with a strong melody, illustrating the idea that true love can withstand any hardship. It showcases Morris's vocal prowess and emotional depth.
  • →
    All My Favorite People — Featuring a collaboration with Brothers Osborne, this track highlights community and friendship, creating a feel-good atmosphere that resonates with listeners seeking connection amidst chaos.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

59 /100
Treeline
Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album blends catchy melodies with empowering themes, showcasing strong production and varied pacing.

What we noticed

  • Several tracks feature prominent backing vocals and harmonies, enhancing the emotional weight of the lyrics.
  • The last three tracks shift towards more introspective themes, creating a reflective close to the album.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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

  • steady mid-tempo empowerment
  • uplifting anthems for self-discovery
  • sing-along moments with friends
  • feel-good vibes for gatherings

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek experimental sound explorations

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2019, 'Girl' is Maren Morris's second studio album, following her breakthrough debut 'Hero' in 2016. At this point in her career, she was solidifying her status as a prominent voice in contemporary country music, showcasing growth both musically and thematically.
Stylistic neighbors
Kacey Musgraves· Ashley McBryde· Lindsay Ell

Tracklist

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

  • 1 GIRL 4:10
  • 2 The Feels 3:07
  • 3 All My Favorite People 3:19
  • 4 A Song for Everything 3:14
  • 5 Common 4:05
  • 6 Flavor 3:16
  • 7 Make Out With Me 2:16
  • 8 Gold Love 3:23
  • 9 Great Ones 3:42
  • 10 RSVP 3:34
  • 11 To Hell & Back 3:15
  • 12 The Bones 3:17
  • 13 Good Woman 3:31
  • 14 Shade 2:51

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata