There's No Gettin' Over Me cover

There's No Gettin' Over Me

Ronnie Milsap · 1981

34 min · 10 tracks · country music

A seamless blend of heartfelt ballads and upbeat country-pop, underscored by Milsap's emotive vocals and rich, melodic arrangements.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Everywhere I Turn (There’s Your Memory) Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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    (There’s) No Gettin’ Over Me — The title track stands out for its emotional delivery and relatable lyrics about heartbreak, encapsulating Milsap's ability to merge sincerity with catchy melodies.
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    I Wouldn’t Have Missed It for the World — This track highlights Milsap's storytelling prowess, blending nostalgic reflections with an upbeat melody that captures the essence of cherished memories.
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    It Happens Every Time (I Think of You) — This song showcases Milsap's signature vocal style and lyrical depth, effectively expressing the recurring pain of lost love through a beautifully crafted melody.

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

Milsap's emotive vocals and rich arrangements create a strong country-pop sound, balancing upbeat and heartfelt moments.

What we noticed

  • The album features a consistent use of lush string arrangements that complement Milsap's vocal delivery across multiple tracks.
  • The pacing varies, with upbeat tracks like 'I Wouldn’t Have Missed It for the World' contrasting with slower ballads like 'Jesus Is Your Ticket to Heaven'.
  • The last three tracks maintain a reflective tone, creating a sense of closure as the album concludes.
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 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 emotional flow
  • heartfelt reflections on love
  • evening unwind with nostalgia
  • melodic storytelling in sequence

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer experimental soundscapes

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — This album marked a significant moment in Milsap's career with commercial success.
Themes
heartbreak ballads· nostalgic memories· lost love reflections
Career context
Released in 1981, There's No Gettin' Over Me marked a significant moment in Ronnie Milsap's career, following his commercial peak with the album Right Before My Eyes. By this time, Milsap had established himself as a leading figure in country music, with multiple chart-topping hits that showcased his unique fusion of country and pop influences.
Stylistic neighbors
Charlie Rich· Kenny Rogers· Al Green

Tracklist

  • 1 Everywhere I Turn (There’s Your Memory) Start here 3:19
  • 2 (There’s) No Gettin’ Over Me 3:18
  • 3 It’s All I Can Do 3:39
  • 4 Two Hearts Don’t Always Make a Pair 3:11
  • 5 Jesus Is Your Ticket to Heaven 3:16
  • 6 I Wouldn’t Have Missed It for the World 3:36
  • 7 Too Big for Words 3:31
  • 8 It Happens Every Time (I Think of You) 2:53
  • 9 It’s Written All Over Your Face 3:49
  • 10 I Live My Whole Life at Night 3:56

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