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Released 5 years ago this October

Human: The Double Album

Cody Johnson · 2021

61 min · 18 tracks · country music

A heartfelt blend of traditional country storytelling and contemporary melodies that resonate with authenticity and personal reflection.

Top tracks — play these first

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    ’Til You Can’t — This track captures the essence of seizing moments and cherishing loved ones, serving as an anthem for those navigating life's uncertainties.
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    Honky Tonk Hardwood Floors — With its catchy melody and relatable lyrics, this song vividly paints the picture of a lively honky tonk scene, exemplifying Johnson's knack for storytelling.
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    God Bless the Boy (Cori’s Song) — A deeply personal tribute, this song highlights Johnson's emotional range and connection to family, resonating with listeners who value heartfelt narratives.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

47 /100
Foothills
Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The album blends traditional and contemporary country elements but doesn't stand out significantly in its genre.

What we noticed

  • Several tracks incorporate storytelling lyrics that reflect personal experiences, with recurring themes of love, resilience, and nostalgia.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • 'Til You Can’t

    The lyrics shift from reflecting on life's fleeting nature to urging action and connection with loved ones emphasizes urgency.

    This structural choice transforms a common theme into a motivational call to embrace life fully, making it a pivotal moment in the song.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Human 3:41
  • 2 Honky Tonk Hardwood Floors 3:19
  • 3 Sad Songs and Waltzes 3:32
  • 4 ’Til You Can’t 3:44
  • 5 God Bless the Boy (Cori’s Song) 3:26
  • 6 Known for Loving You 2:46
  • 7 Driveway 2:47
  • 8 Son of a Ramblin’ Man 3:12
  • 9 I Always Wanted To 5:01
  • 10 I Don’t Know a Thing About Love 3:42
  • 11 Longer Than She Did 3:19
  • 12 Made a Home 3:25
  • 13 Let’s Build a Fire 2:56
  • 14 When It Comes to You 3:36
  • 15 Treasure 3:14
  • 16 Stronger 3:14
  • 17 Cowboy Scale of 1 to 10 2:55
  • 18 By Your Grace 3:58

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