Identity Crisis cover

Identity Crisis

Shelby Lynne · 2003

40 min · 12 tracks · folk

A blend of introspective folk and pop, exploring emotional depth with raw, heartfelt vocals.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective moments
  • introspective themes of identity
  • heartfelt vocals for quiet evenings
  • emotional depth in casual settings

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of upbeat energy
  • prefer standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2003, 'Identity Crisis' marked Shelby Lynne's return to a more personal style after her Grammy-winning album 'I Am Shelby Lynne'. By this time, she had established herself as a significant voice in country and pop music, but was navigating the complexities of her artistic identity amid shifting industry expectations.
Stylistic neighbors
Lucinda Williams· Neko Case· Brandi Carlile

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Telephone 3:50
  • 2 10 Rocks 2:45
  • 3 If I Were Smart 3:35
  • 4 Gotta Be Better 2:50
  • 5 I Don't Think So 3:34
  • 6 I'm Alive 3:34
  • 7 I Will Stay 2:57
  • 8 Lonesome 3:17
  • 9 Evil Man 4:32
  • 10 Buttons and Beaus 2:53
  • 11 Baby 3:43
  • 12 One With the Sun 2:26

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