State I'm In
Aaron Lewis · 2019
40 min · 10 tracks · country music
A reflective blend of country and rock, weaving personal narratives with a raw and earnest vocal delivery.
Top tracks — play these first
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State I’m In — The title track encapsulates the album's theme of introspection, with Lewis reflecting on his current emotional landscape in a poignant manner.
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God and Guns — This track stands out for its commentary on societal issues, blending personal opinions with broader themes while maintaining a strong melodic hook.
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Can't Take Back — With its confessional tone, this song delves into regret and vulnerability, showcasing Lewis's ability to connect deeply with listeners through relatable storytelling.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends personal narratives with a strong vocal presence, though it follows familiar country structures.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features mid-tempo tracks that build a reflective mood, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and instrumentation.
- Several songs incorporate storytelling elements, with lyrics that explore personal struggles and introspection.
- The vocal delivery is consistently raw and earnest, emphasizing emotional weight in the narratives presented.
- 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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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. 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
- steady mid-tempo reflective flow
- personal narratives that resonate
- for late-night introspection
- engaging storytelling with emotional depth
Maybe skip if you
- seek instant gratification
- prefer high-energy party tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'State I'm In' was released in January 2019, Aaron Lewis had transitioned from his nu-metal roots with Staind to carving out a solo career in country music. This album marked his third studio effort, following 'Sinner' (2016), and further solidified his commitment to exploring themes of authenticity and personal struggle in a more traditional country sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chris Stapleton· Kenny Chesney· Dierks Bentley
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Party’s Over 3:34
- 2 Can’t Take Back 3:38
- 3 Reconsider 3:51
- 4 It Keeps On Workin’ 4:17
- 5 State I’m In 3:01
- 6 God and Guns 3:45
- 7 Love Me 5:46
- 8 If I Were the Devil 3:58
- 9 Burnt the Sawmill Down 3:31
- 10 The Bottom 4:58
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