What makes Love and Theft by Love and Theft notable?

The album produced the hit single 'Angel Eyes,' which peaked at number 10 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, solidifying Love and Theft's presence in the contemporary country scene. Additionally, it showcased their ability to blend modern influences with classic country themes, contributing to the growth of the genre's crossover appeal during the early 2010s. Released in 2012, Love and Theft's self-titled album marked their second studio release, following their debut 'World Wide Open' in 2009. At this point in their career, the duo was transitioning from a more traditional country sound to a polished pop-infused style, aiming to broaden their appeal.

How many songs are on Love and Theft?

Love and Theft has 11 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.

Love and Theft

Love and Theft · 2012

38 min · 11 tracks · country music

Bright melodies and playful lyrics merge with a contemporary country sound, inviting listeners into a world of lighthearted romance.

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Angel Eyes — This track features catchy hooks and relatable lyrics about love at first sight, making it a standout hit that encapsulates the album's playful spirit.
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Runnin' Out of Air — With its upbeat tempo and engaging storytelling, this song highlights the duo's knack for blending fun instrumentation with heartfelt themes.
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If You Ever Get Lonely — This track showcases emotional depth through its poignant lyrics about longing and connection, balancing the album’s lighter tracks with a more introspective moment.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

46 /100

Foothills

Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album blends catchy melodies with playful lyrics, showcasing a solid but conventional country sound.

What we noticed

The first three tracks maintain a bright, upbeat tempo, while the fourth track introduces a slower ballad that shifts the album's energy.
Each song features a call-and-response vocal style between the two members, creating a conversational dynamic throughout the record.
Several tracks incorporate playful instrumentation, such as banjos and fiddles, which enhance the contemporary country sound.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

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.

Tracklist

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

1 Angel Eyes 3:06
2 Inside Out 3:14
3 Runnin' Out of Air 3:19
4 Amen 3:36
5 If You Ever Get Lonely 3:48
6 Thinking of You (And Me) 3:25
7 Town Drunk 4:09
8 Real Good Sign 3:23
9 She's Amazing 3:25
10 Girls Love to Shake It 3:20
11 Girls Look Hot in Trucks 3:59

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World Wide Open

2009

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