Home State
Jordan Davis · 2018
37 min · 12 tracks · country music
Bright melodies intertwine with reflective lyrics, creating a modern country sound that feels both personal and universally relatable.
Top tracks — play these first
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Take It From Me — This track stands out for its upbeat tempo and relatable narrative about embracing spontaneous moments in life, showcasing Davis's knack for catchy hooks.
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Slow Dance in a Parking Lot — Capturing the essence of youthful romance, this song highlights Davis's storytelling ability and features imagery that resonates with listeners' nostalgic memories.
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Singles You Up — As the lead single that propelled his career, this track combines clever lyrics with an infectious melody, making it a defining anthem of unrequited love.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends modern country with pop influences, showcasing solid songwriting and production but lacking standout depth.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks that maintain a consistent tempo, while the second half introduces slower ballads that create a contrast in mood.
- Several songs incorporate layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the emotional impact of the lyrics.
- 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
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 sing-alongs
- heartfelt storytelling moments
- warm afternoon drive soundtrack
- casual gatherings with friends
Maybe skip if you
- seek instant gratification tracks
- prefer experimental soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 2018, Home State is Jordan Davis's debut album following his successful single 'Singles You Up'. This album marked a pivotal moment in his career as he transitioned from a songwriter to an artist with a distinct identity in the country music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kane Brown· Thomas Rhett· Brett Young
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Going ’round
The bridge shifts perspective, reflecting on past mistakes while hinting at a desire for redemption and growth.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Take It From Me 2:54
- 2 Going ’round 3:33
- 3 More Than I Know 2:48
- 4 Slow Dance in a Parking Lot 3:13
- 5 Singles You Up 3:02
- 6 Sundowners 3:14
- 7 Tough to Tie Down 3:10
- 8 Selfish 3:12
- 9 Made That Way 2:53
- 10 So Do I 3:07
- 11 Dreamed You Did 2:50
- 12 Leaving New Orleans 3:30
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