I'm with You
Delbert McClinton · 1990
34 min · 10 tracks · blues
A vibrant blend of blues and country infuses heartfelt storytelling with infectious grooves and soulful melodies.
Top tracks — play these first
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I'm With You — This track stands out for its infectious chorus and heartfelt lyrics, embodying the essence of connection and love that permeates the album.
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That's the Way I Feel — Opening the album, this song sets the tone with its catchy melody and relatable themes of longing, showcasing McClinton's vocal prowess.
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Go On — With its driving rhythm and compelling narrative, this track illustrates McClinton's knack for storytelling within a bluesy context, making it memorable.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends blues and country with strong storytelling, showcasing McClinton's signature style.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature upbeat tempos and prominent horn arrangements, while the fourth track shifts to a slower, more reflective pace.
- Several songs incorporate call-and-response vocal patterns, enhancing the interactive feel of the performance.
- The album closes with a ballad that gradually builds in intensity, culminating in a powerful vocal delivery.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- 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
- heartfelt storytelling through song
- easygoing vibe for gatherings
- short tracks for quick listening
- playful love themes throughout
- warm melodies for sunny days
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, complex compositions
- seek intense, high-energy tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- I'm with You marked Delbert McClinton's return to the studio after a five-year hiatus following his successful album, Live from Austin, Texas. By this time, McClinton had solidified his reputation as a genre-blurring artist, showcasing his ability to merge blues with country influences effectively. This album helped re-establish him in the music scene as both a performer and songwriter.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Gary Clark Jr.· Joe Ely· Keb' Mo'
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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I'm With You
The bridge shifts to a vulnerable confession of feelings, creating an intimate connection between the singer and their beloved.
This moment introduces a raw emotional honesty that contrasts with the upbeat nature of the song, deepening its impact.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 That's the Way I Feel 3:13
- 2 My Baby's Lovin' 4:00
- 3 Go On 4:08
- 4 Got You on My Mind 3:14
- 5 Crazy 'Bout You 3:23
- 6 I'm With You 3:52
- 7 I Want to Love You 3:58
- 8 Who's Foolin' Who 2:39
- 9 The Real Thing 3:21
- 10 My Love Is Burnin' 2:21
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