Platinum
Miranda Lambert · 2014
58 min · 16 tracks · country music
A vibrant blend of traditional country sounds and contemporary storytelling, bursting with confidence and sharp wit.
Top tracks — play these first
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Girls Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Automatic — This track reflects on the simplicity of past relationships with a nostalgic lens, showcasing Lambert's storytelling prowess through relatable themes.
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Little Red Wagon — With its playful lyrics and catchy chorus, this song represents Lambert's bold personality while challenging stereotypes about women in country music.
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Somethin’ Bad — Featuring Carrie Underwood, this anthem of unapologetic independence captures the spirit of female empowerment that resonates throughout the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and production, balancing energetic tracks with introspective moments.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks are high-energy anthems that set a confident tone, while the fourth track introduces a more reflective mood with slower instrumentation.
- Several songs feature conversational lyrics that blend humor and storytelling, often using vivid imagery to convey personal experiences.
- 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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7/10
- 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
Significant within its genre. 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
- unapologetic anthems for empowerment
- introspective ballads for reflection
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- for spirited gatherings
- wave-like pacing keeps engagement
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- dislike emotional depth and nuance
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Debuted at number one, marking a significant recognition in her career.
- Career context
- By the time 'Platinum' was released in June 2014, Miranda Lambert was already a prominent figure in country music, having won multiple Grammy Awards and ACM Awards. This album, her fifth studio release, followed her critically acclaimed project 'Four the Record' and showcased her evolving artistry while solidifying her status as a leading female voice in the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kacey Musgraves· Carrie Underwood· Ashley Monroe
Tracklist
- 1 Girls Start here 3:35
- 2 Platinum 3:11
- 3 Little Red Wagon 3:24
- 4 Smokin’ and Drinkin’ 5:30
- 5 Priscilla 3:26
- 6 Automatic 4:07
- 7 Bathroom Sink 4:05
- 8 Old Sh!t 2:45
- 9 All That’s Left 3:11
- 10 Gravity Is a B**ch 3:08
- 11 Babies Makin’ Babies 2:56
- 12 Somethin’ Bad 2:49
- 13 Holding On to You 4:32
- 14 Two Rings Shy 3:18
- 15 Hard Staying Sober 4:28
- 16 Another Sunday in the South 3:50
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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