Lifted Off the Ground
Chely Wright · 2010
44 min · 11 tracks · country music
A heartfelt blend of country storytelling and pop sensibilities, enveloped in rich melodies and emotional sincerity.
Top tracks — play these first
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Heavenly Days — This track captures the essence of longing and nostalgia through its vivid imagery and emotional resonance, making it a standout on the album.
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Wish Me Away — The song serves as an anthem of self-acceptance, showcasing Wright's vulnerability while addressing her struggles with identity and societal expectations.
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Damn Liar — With its punchy lyrics and catchy melody, this track encapsulates the album's thematic exploration of truth versus deception in relationships.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments
- heartfelt lyrics for introspection
- for quiet evenings
- authentic storytelling with depth
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer standalone singles over albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time Chely Wright released 'Lifted Off the Ground' in 2010, she was navigating a critical juncture in her career following a decade of mainstream success. This album came after she publicly came out as gay in 2010, marking a significant transformation both personally and artistically, as it reflected her journey towards authenticity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mary Chapin Carpenter· Patty Griffin· Kacey Musgraves
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Broken 3:37
- 2 Heavenly Days 3:44
- 3 Hang Out in Your Heart 4:28
- 4 Notes to the Coroner 3:27
- 5 Snow Globe 3:32
- 6 Like Me 3:50
- 7 That Train 4:19
- 8 Damn Liar 4:03
- 9 Wish Me Away 3:36
- 10 Object of Your Rejection 3:43
- 11 Shadows of Doubt 6:18
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