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Ten Feet Tall and Bulletproof

Travis Tritt · 1994

42 min · 10 tracks · country music

A potent blend of Southern rock and country, infused with heartfelt storytelling and gritty authenticity.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Ten Feet Tall and Bulletproof — The title track encapsulates the defiant spirit of the album, combining anthemic choruses with Tritt's signature vocal grit that speaks to resilience.
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    Foolish Pride — This poignant ballad showcases Tritt's ability to convey deep emotional narratives, highlighting themes of regret and longing through vivid storytelling.
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    Tell Me I Was Dreaming — As one of the album's standout tracks, it blends heart-wrenching lyrics with a soaring melody that captures the essence of lost love and hope.
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    Outlaws Like Us — This song reflects the rebellious edge of Tritt's artistry, embracing themes of camaraderie among outsiders, resonating with fans of both country and rock.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

59 /100
Treeline
Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album blends Southern rock and country effectively, showcasing strong songwriting and production.

What we noticed

  • The first track opens with a strong electric guitar riff, setting a high-energy tone that persists through the first half of the album.
  • Several tracks feature prominent backing vocals that harmonize with Tritt's lead, enhancing the storytelling aspect of the lyrics.
  • The final track ends on a reflective note, contrasting with the more energetic earlier songs and providing a sense of closure.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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 storytelling journey
  • heartfelt narratives of resilience
  • reflective moments of southern grit
  • suitable for laid-back evenings

Maybe skip if you

  • seekers of fast-paced thrills
  • prefer standalone catchy singles

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — This album solidified Tritt's presence in '90s country music with multiple hit singles.
Career context
Released in 1994, Ten Feet Tall and Bulletproof was Travis Tritt's third studio album, following the successful It's All About to Change. At this point in his career, Tritt was solidifying his presence in the country music scene, building on previous hits while experimenting with a more assertive sound that would resonate with both traditionalists and newer audiences.
Stylistic neighbors
Alan Jackson· Brooks & Dunn· Joe Diffie

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Ten Feet Tall and Bulletproof 3:31
  • 2 Walkin' All Over My Heart 3:11
  • 3 Foolish Pride 4:19
  • 4 Outlaws Like Us 4:12
  • 5 Hard Times and Misery 3:15
  • 6 Tell Me I Was Dreaming 6:27
  • 7 Wishful Thinking 3:08
  • 8 Between an Old Memory and Me 4:05
  • 9 No Vacation From the Blues 5:00
  • 10 Southern Justice 5:13

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