Top tracks — play these first
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American You — This track stands out for its introspective lyrics that confront the complexities of American identity, paired with a powerful chorus that resonates with listeners seeking authenticity.
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Best Friend — Featuring Eminem, this collaboration highlights the camaraderie and mutual respect between the two artists while showcasing Yelawolf's lyrical prowess against a dynamic beat.
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Till It’s Gone — The song combines haunting melodies with poignant themes of loss and resilience, capturing Yelawolf's ability to convey deep emotional narratives through his music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Yelawolf blends hip-hop with country influences, creating a distinctive sound that reflects personal storytelling.
What we noticed
- Yelawolf's vocal delivery alternates between rapid-fire verses and melodic choruses, often reflecting personal narratives and emotional struggles.
- Several tracks utilize a storytelling format, where Yelawolf recounts experiences and emotions in a linear fashion, enhancing the lyrical depth.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- 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
- dynamic emotional journeys
- long, immersive listening sessions
- atmospheric background focus
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Represents Yelawolf's artistic evolution with a unique sound blend and strong emotional themes.
- Career context
- By the time 'Love Story' was released in 2015, Yelawolf had established himself as a unique voice in hip-hop, following his breakthrough debut album 'Radioactive' in 2011. This album marked his first major release under Shady Records, solidifying his position in the industry while blending genres that reflect his Southern roots.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Outer Space 4:01
- 2 Change 3:12
- 3 American You 3:32
- 4 Whiskey in a Bottle 4:08
- 5 Ball and Chain 1:35
- 6 Till It’s Gone 4:35
- 7 Devil in My Veins 3:58
- 8 Best Friend 5:14
- 9 Empty Bottles 4:17
- 10 Heartbreak 4:25
- 11 Tennessee Love 4:54
- 12 Box Chevy V 3:29
- 13 Love Story 4:13
- 14 Johnny Cash 4:46
- 15 Have a Great Flight 5:03
- 16 Sky’s the Limit 4:28
- 17 Disappear 5:15
- 18 Fiddle Me This 3:45
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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