Rebel Soul
Kid Rock · 2012
65 min · 14 tracks · country music
A genre-blending tapestry of rock, country, and hip-hop infused with a rugged Midwestern spirit.
Top tracks — play these first
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Detroit, Michigan — This track serves as an homage to Kid Rock's roots, celebrating the gritty resilience of his hometown while encapsulating the album's overarching themes of pride and rebellion.
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Rebel Soul — The title track is a manifesto of sorts, blending rock bravado with lyrical introspection about identity and freedom, perfectly embodying the album's spirit.
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God Save Rock n Roll — This song combines anthemic rock elements with a nostalgic nod to classic rock values, capturing Kid Rock's passion for music while critiquing industry trends.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends genres with varied tempos and styles, showcasing Kid Rock's versatility while maintaining a cohesive sound.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a lively tone, but the tempo fluctuates significantly across the tracklist, with several slower songs placed in the middle.
- Several tracks incorporate prominent guitar riffs and brass instrumentation, blending rock and country elements effectively.
- The last three tracks feature a noticeable drop in tempo, allowing for a reflective conclusion to the album.
- 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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5/10
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- celebratory anthems for gatherings
- dynamic journey with peaks
- rebellious spirit and swagger
- for road trip vibes
- high-energy tracks for dancing
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, introspective music
- seek consistent, mellow tones
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Continues Kid Rock's genre-blending style and commercial viability in a changing landscape.
- Career context
- By the time Kid Rock released Rebel Soul in 2012, he was solidifying his status as a genre-defying artist following the success of his breakthrough album, Devil Without a Cause. This album marked a return to form after a period of experimentation, showcasing his signature blend of styles that had garnered him both commercial success and critical acclaim.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jason Aldean· Brantley Gilbert· Toby Keith
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Chickens in the Pen 4:49
- 2 Let’s Ride 4:50
- 3 3 CATT Boogie 4:24
- 4 Detroit, Michigan 3:56
- 5 Rebel Soul 4:02
- 6 God Save Rock n Roll 5:21
- 7 Happy New Year 3:34
- 8 Celebrate 4:01
- 9 The Mirror 4:46
- 10 Mr. Rock n Roll 6:37
- 11 Cucci Galore 4:25
- 12 Redneck Paradise 5:12
- 13 Cocaine and Gin 4:15
- 14 Midnight Ferry 5:18
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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