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Tammy Cochran

Tammy Cochran · 2001

36 min · 10 tracks · country music

A heartfelt blend of contemporary country and folk, marked by poignant storytelling and emotive vocals.

Top tracks — play these first

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    I Cry — The lead single showcases Cochran's powerful vocal delivery and emotional resonance, capturing the pain of heartbreak in a way that connects deeply with listeners.
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    Angels in Waiting — This track stands out for its poignant narrative about loss and remembrance, highlighting Cochran's ability to weave personal stories into universal themes.
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    What I Learned From Loving You — The song exemplifies the album's reflective nature, illustrating growth through love and heartache with vulnerable lyrics that resonate with many.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

43 /100
Lowland
Higher than 2% of albums we've rated

The album showcases solid songwriting and production typical of early 2000s country but lacks standout elements that define its uniqueness.

What we noticed

  • The album features a consistent use of acoustic instrumentation, with guitar and piano driving most tracks.
  • Each song typically follows a verse-chorus structure, allowing for clear storytelling and emotional build-up.
  • Vocals are prominently featured, often layered with harmonies that enhance the emotional weight of the lyrics.
  • Several tracks incorporate a gradual build in intensity, culminating in powerful vocal deliveries that emphasize key lyrical moments.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 3/10

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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Angels in Waiting

    The lyrics shift from sorrowful reflection to a celebration of life's memories creates an uplifting contrast.

    This structural choice not only deepens the emotional impact but also offers a sense of hope amid grief, showcasing Cochran's lyrical prowess.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 I Cry 3:34
  • 2 If You Can 3:35
  • 3 So What 3:20
  • 4 What I Learned From Loving You 3:47
  • 5 That Ain't Right 3:23
  • 6 Say Goodbye 3:46
  • 7 When Love Was Enough 3:01
  • 8 Going, Going, Gone 4:47
  • 9 Better Off Broken 3:47
  • 10 Angels in Waiting 3:36

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