Stupid Love
Mindy Smith · 2009
47 min · 13 tracks · folk music
A blend of introspective folk melodies and heartfelt lyrics that navigate the complexities of love and loss.
Top tracks — play these first
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What Went Wrong — This track serves as the emotional centerpiece of the album, exploring themes of heartbreak with poignant lyrics and a haunting melody that resonates deeply.
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Love Lost — With its vivid imagery and storytelling, this song effectively captures the essence of longing and regret, marking a highlight in Smith's songwriting prowess.
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If I Didn't Know Any Better — This track stands out for its clever lyrical twist on love's complexities, combining upbeat instrumentation with introspective content that defines Smith's style.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid songwriting and production but lacks standout moments that elevate it beyond its genre.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces slower ballads that shift the emotional tone.
- Several tracks incorporate layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the emotional weight of the lyrics.
- The album closes with a more upbeat track, 'Take a Holiday', which contrasts with the introspective nature of the preceding songs.
- 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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5/10
- 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
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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 emotional exploration throughout
- introspective moments of reflection
- heartfelt storytelling with depth
- for quiet evenings
- navigating love and loss themes
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of fast-paced energy
- prefer standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2009, Stupid Love is Mindy Smith's fourth studio album, following her critically acclaimed release, My Holiday. By this point in her career, she had established herself in the folk music scene, known for her emotional songwriting and distinctive voice. This album came after a few years of personal and professional challenges, reflecting her growth as an artist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sarah Jarosz· Brandi Carlile· Neko Case
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 What Went Wrong 3:24
- 2 Highs and Lows 2:55
- 3 If I Didn't Know Any Better 3:55
- 4 Love Lost 4:14
- 5 Telescope 3:03
- 6 What Love Can Do 3:10
- 7 Couldn't Stand the Rain 4:28
- 8 Bad Guy 2:19
- 9 Surface 3:57
- 10 I'm Disappointed 2:30
- 11 True Love of Mine 4:29
- 12 Love Chases After Me 4:35
- 13 Take a Holiday 4:18
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