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Gravity

Big & Rich · 2014

39 min · 11 tracks · country music

A vibrant blend of upbeat country rhythms and heartfelt lyrics that explore love, loss, and celebration.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Look at You — This opening track captures the album’s essence with its infectious melody and romantic lyrics, showcasing the duo's signature style.
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    Gravity — The title track stands out for its poignant exploration of life's challenges and the weight of love, delivering a reflective moment amidst the upbeat energy.
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    Thank God for Pain — This song offers a raw perspective on resilience through hardship, blending personal storytelling with powerful imagery that resonates deeply.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

43 /100
Lowland
Higher than 2% of albums we've rated

The album features solid songwriting and production but lacks standout moments that elevate it beyond its genre.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album maintains a consistent upbeat tempo, while the second half introduces slower ballads that shift the emotional tone.
  • Several tracks feature call-and-response vocals between the duo, enhancing their harmonies and creating an engaging dynamic.
  • The lyrics often employ vivid imagery and storytelling, particularly in tracks like 'Thank God for Pain' and 'That Kind of Town'.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

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 groove
  • playful storytelling moments
  • for road trips
  • infectious melodies for singing
  • uplifting vibes for gatherings

Maybe skip if you

  • seekers of instant intensity
  • prefer lengthy, immersive pieces

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2014, 'Gravity' is Big & Rich's fifth studio album, following their 2007 release 'Between Raising Hell and Amazing Grace'. At this point, the duo aimed to re-establish their presence in the country music scene after a period of lower visibility.
Stylistic neighbors
Montgomery Gentry· Toby Keith· Jake Owen

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Look at You 3:43
  • 2 Lovin’ Lately 3:38
  • 3 Gravity 3:55
  • 4 Brand New Buzz 3:22
  • 5 Rollin’ Along 3:06
  • 6 Run Away With You 3:44
  • 7 Lose a Little Sleep 3:49
  • 8 Don’t Wake Me Up 3:22
  • 9 That Kind of Town 3:45
  • 10 Thank God for Pain 3:35
  • 11 I Came to Git Down 3:55

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