Picture Perfect Morning
Edie Brickell · 1994
41 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock
A blend of folk-infused melodies and introspective lyrics that embody a tender yet vibrant exploration of life's moments.
Top tracks — play these first
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Tomorrow Comes — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its reflective lyrics and gentle instrumentation, encapsulating themes of anticipation and hope.
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Green — With its lush imagery and soothing melody, this song captures the essence of nature's beauty, serving as a vivid metaphor for growth and renewal.
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Good Times — An upbeat celebration of simple pleasures, this track contrasts with some of the album's heavier themes while maintaining an overarching sense of joy.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends folk and rock elements with introspective lyrics, creating a solid yet familiar sound.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks establish a consistent mid-tempo groove, while the fourth track introduces a more upbeat rhythm that contrasts with the preceding songs.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, which enhance the emotional resonance of the lyrics.
- The album closes with two tracks that gradually slow down, creating a reflective atmosphere as it concludes.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo flow
- serene morning vibes
- introspective listening moments
- gentle background ambiance
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 1994, Picture Perfect Morning marked Edie Brickell's return to the music scene following her successful debut with the New Bohemians. This album came after a brief hiatus during which Brickell focused on personal life and creative endeavors, showcasing her evolution as a solo artist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Suzanne Vega· Natalie Merchant· Shawn Colvin
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Tomorrow Comes 3:56
- 2 Green 3:21
- 3 When the Lights Go Down 3:48
- 4 Good Times 3:09
- 5 Another Woman’s Dream 2:45
- 6 Stay Awhile 4:34
- 7 Hard Times 3:41
- 8 Olivia 3:43
- 9 In the Bath 2:44
- 10 Picture Perfect Morning 3:20
- 11 Lost in the Moment 6:04
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