Pain Killer
Little Big Town · 2014
46 min · 13 tracks · country
A vibrant blend of catchy melodies and harmonies that encapsulate modern country with a pop twist.
Why this album works
'Pain Killer' features the chart-topping hit 'Girl Crush,' which became a cultural phenomenon, leading to discussions about female empowerment in country music. The album received critical acclaim and earned nominations for multiple awards, including a Grammy nomination for Best Country Album.
- Best for
- catchy sing-alongs with friends steady pacing for road trips uplifting energy for celebrations
- Context
- At the time of its release in January 2014, 'Pain Killer' was Little Big Town's sixth studio album and marked a significant moment following their commercial breakthrough with 'Tornado' in 2012. The album showcased their evolution into major country music stars, building on their newfound fame by experimenting with pop-inflected sounds while maintaining their signature harmonies.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tyler Childers· Alan Jackson· Steve Earle
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Quit Breaking Up With Me 3:24
- 2 Day Drinking Standout 2:58
- 3 Tumble and Fall 4:41
- 4 Pain Killer Standout 3:11
- 5 Girl Crush Standout 3:13
- 6 Faster Gun 4:10
- 7 Good People 3:41
- 8 Stay All Night 2:45
- 9 Save Your Sin 2:46
- 10 Live Forever 4:14
- 11 Things You Don’t Think About 3:36
- 12 Turn the Lights On 4:08
- 13 Silver and Gold 3:32
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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