Set This Circus Down cover

Set This Circus Down

Tim McGraw · 2001

56 min · 14 tracks · country

A reflective journey through love and loss, wrapped in warm, accessible country melodies.

Why this album works

'Set This Circus Down' debuted at number one on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart and produced the hit single 'Angry All the Time,' which received significant radio play. The album showcases McGraw's continued evolution as a storyteller in country music, further influencing younger artists within the genre.
Best for
reflective journey through love steady pacing for deep listening warm melodies for quiet moments
Context
Released on April 24, 2001, 'Set This Circus Down' was Tim McGraw's eighth studio album, following his successful 'Greatest Hits Volume 2.' At this point in his career, McGraw was solidifying his status as a leading figure in country music, having achieved multiple chart-topping hits and several awards.
Stylistic neighbors
Lee Ann Womack· Billy Dean· Waylon Jennings

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Cowboy in Me Standout 4:04
  • 2 Telluride 3:48
  • 3 You Get Used to Somebody 3:58
  • 4 Unbroken 4:01
  • 5 Things Change 3:20
  • 6 Angel Boy 5:10
  • 7 Forget About Us 4:08
  • 8 Take Me Away From Here 4:35
  • 9 Smilin' 2:58
  • 10 Set This Circus Down 3:30
  • 11 Angry All the Time Standout 4:30
  • 12 Let Me Love You 4:31
  • 13 Grown Men Don't Cry Standout 3:55
  • 14 Why We Said Goodbye 3:42

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