The Good Parts cover

The Good Parts

Andy Grammer · 2017

49 min · 15 tracks · soul

A vibrant blend of upbeat soul and introspective pop melodies, reflecting personal growth and emotional honesty.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Fresh Eyes — The track encapsulates the album's theme of renewed perspective in relationships, featuring an infectious chorus that resonates with listeners longing for clarity and connection.
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    The Good Parts — This title track serves as a manifesto of self-acceptance, celebrating both strengths and flaws while combining catchy melodies with heartfelt lyrics.
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    Grown Ass Man Child — With its playful yet introspective lyrics, this song highlights the struggle of maturity and responsibility, adding depth to the album's exploration of adulthood.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

46 /100
Foothills
Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album blends catchy hooks with deeper themes but lacks standout compositions throughout.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album features upbeat tracks that maintain a consistent tempo, while the second half introduces slower, more introspective songs.
  • Several tracks utilize layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the emotional impact of the lyrics.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

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 4/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective moments
  • heartfelt lyrics for introspection
  • optimistic melodies for uplift
  • engaging sing-along choruses
  • for casual gatherings

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer fast-paced tracks
  • seek deep experimental sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
The Good Parts is Andy Grammer's third studio album, released after his commercial breakthrough with the hit 'Honey, I'm Good.' By this point in his career, Grammer was solidifying his style, blending catchy hooks with deeper lyrical themes, showcasing an evolution from his earlier work that primarily focused on romantic relationships.
Stylistic neighbors
Jason Mraz· Phillip Phillips· Colbie Caillat

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Smoke Clears 2:59
  • 2 Freeze 3:07
  • 3 The Good Parts 3:39
  • 4 Spaceship 3:00
  • 5 Fresh Eyes 3:18
  • 6 85 3:21
  • 7 Always 3:01
  • 8 Workin On it 3:34
  • 9 Grown Ass Man Child 3:08
  • 10 This Ain't Love 3:25
  • 11 Civil War 3:25
  • 12 Grow 3:07
  • 13 Give Love 3:27
  • 14 Pendulum 3:27
  • 15 Fresh Eyes (Ryan Riback Remix) 3:52

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata