Population Me cover

Released 23 years ago this June

Population Me

Dwight Yoakam · 2003

31 min · 10 tracks · country

A blend of traditional country sounds fused with contemporary lyrical storytelling that captures personal and societal reflections.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective flow
  • personal storytelling with depth
  • thoughtful listening on quiet evenings
  • warm melodies for intimate moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced, energetic tracks
  • dislike lyrical introspection

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on June 24, 2003, 'Population Me' is Dwight Yoakam's eighth studio album, following his 2000 release 'Tomorrow's Sounds Today'. At this point in his career, Yoakam was navigating the evolution of country music while maintaining his signature honky-tonk style.
Stylistic neighbors
George Strait· Travis Tritt· Alan Jackson

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 The Late Great Golden State 2:26
  • 2 No Such Thing 3:19
  • 3 Fair to Midland 3:26
  • 4 An Exception to the Rule 2:20
  • 5 Population Me 4:42
  • 6 Stayin' Up Late (Thinkin' About It) 2:50
  • 7 Trains and Boats and Planes 3:21
  • 8 If Teardrops Were Diamonds 3:20
  • 9 I'd Avoid Me Too 2:59
  • 10 The Back of Your Hand 3:08

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