My Baby Don't Tolerate
Lyle Lovett · 2003
56 min · 14 tracks · country music
A blend of witty storytelling and heartfelt melodies, steeped in country roots and diverse musical influences.
Top tracks — play these first
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My Baby Don’t Tolerate — This title track encapsulates Lovett's signature blend of humor and heartfelt emotion, showcasing both his lyrical wit and melodic sensibility.
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Election Day — With its playful yet pointed commentary on politics, this track highlights Lovett's knack for blending social observation with accessible melodies.
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You Were Always There — This poignant ballad stands out for its introspective lyrics and emotional depth, illustrating Lovett's gift for storytelling through song.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting with varied instrumentation, though it doesn't fully capitalize on its thematic shifts.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature upbeat tempos and playful lyrics, while the subsequent songs shift to more reflective themes.
- Several tracks incorporate diverse instrumentation, including strings and horns, which enrich the overall sound.
- 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
- witty storytelling with charm
- for afternoon drives
- lighthearted moments of reflection
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer standalone singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'My Baby Don’t Tolerate' was released in 2003, Lyle Lovett had established himself as a prominent figure in Americana and country music following his breakthrough album 'Joshua Judges Ruth' in 1992. This record came after several years of varied projects, including film scores and collaborations, showcasing his ability to weave humor and poignancy into his songwriting.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Guy Clark· Robert Earl Keen· John Prine
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Cute as a Bug 3:39
- 2 My Baby Don’t Tolerate 3:42
- 3 The Truck Song 2:56
- 4 In My Own Mind 5:36
- 5 Nothing but a Good Ride 4:28
- 6 Big Dog 3:37
- 7 You Were Always There 5:56
- 8 Wallisville Road 5:06
- 9 Working Too Hard 3:46
- 10 San Antonio Girl 3:31
- 11 On Saturday Night 3:23
- 12 Election Day 3:02
- 13 I’m Going to Wait 4:41
- 14 I’m Going to the Place 3:22
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