Released 10 years ago this November
The Weight of These Wings
Miranda Lambert · 2016
94 min · 24 tracks · country music
A rich tapestry of heartache and resilience woven through soulful melodies and poignant storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
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Runnin’ Just in Case Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Tin Man — This track stands out for its poignant exploration of longing and vulnerability, resonating deeply with listeners through its emotive lyrics about heartache and the desire for emotional connection.
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Vice — With its haunting melodies and introspective lyrics, 'Vice' captures the complexities of coping with heartbreak through unhealthy habits, perfectly illustrating Lambert's lyrical prowess.
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We Should Be Friends — 'We Should Be Friends' offers a playful yet insightful commentary on shared experiences among friends, showcasing Lambert's ability to blend humor with sincerity in her songwriting.
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Pink Sunglasses — This upbeat anthem serves as a refreshing take on embracing life's imperfections while maintaining a positive outlook, representing the album's overall theme of resilience.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends strong songwriting with polished production, though its length affects overall cohesion.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate rich instrumental arrangements, including strings and piano, which enhance the emotional weight of the lyrics.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- 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
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
- reflective themes of resilience
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- for long drives
- soulful storytelling throughout
- cathartic moments of release
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer upbeat party tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality and depth after personal changes, resonating with fans.
- Career context
- Released on November 18, 2016, The Weight of These Wings is Miranda Lambert's sixth studio album and her first since her divorce from Blake Shelton. This album marks a significant chapter in her career, showcasing her evolution as both a songwriter and an artist, delving deeper into themes of vulnerability and self-discovery after personal upheaval.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kacey Musgraves· Carrie Underwood· Ashley Monroe
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Runnin’ Just in Case Start here 4:33
- 2 Highway Vagabond 3:53
- 3 Ugly Lights 3:01
- 4 You Wouldn’t Know Me 3:19
- 5 We Should Be Friends 2:50
- 6 Pink Sunglasses 4:06
- 7 Getaway Driver 3:53
- 8 Vice 4:00
- 9 Smoking Jacket 4:54
- 10 Pushin’ Time 3:33
- 11 Covered Wagon 4:08
- 12 Use My Heart 3:50
Disc 2
- 1 Tin Man 4:19
- 2 Good Ol’ Days 3:18
- 3 Things That Break 3:47
- 4 For the Birds 3:46
- 5 Well‐Rested 4:39
- 6 Tomboy 4:01
- 7 To Learn Her 3:47
- 8 Keeper of the Flame 3:59
- 9 Bad Boy 4:40
- 10 Six Degrees of Separation 3:09
- 11 Dear Old Sun 4:56
- 12 I’ve Got Wheels 3:40
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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