This Time
Dwight Yoakam · 1993
42 min · 11 tracks · country music
A blend of honky-tonk rhythms and heartfelt balladry that showcases Dwight Yoakam's signature twang and lyrical storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
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A Thousand Miles From Nowhere — This track captures the essence of longing and disconnection, showcasing Yoakam's emotive vocals against a backdrop of poignant instrumentation.
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Ain’t That Lonely Yet — A standout single, it combines classic country themes with contemporary production and became one of Yoakam's signature songs.
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This Time — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of heartache and reflection, with a compelling melody that highlights Yoakam's unique songwriting style.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
This Time blends strong songwriting with polished production, showcasing Yoakam's style while maintaining a cohesive flow.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks establish a mid-tempo groove, while the fourth track shifts to a more reflective ballad, creating a dynamic contrast.
- Several songs feature prominent steel guitar solos that enhance the honky-tonk feel, particularly in 'Ain't That Lonely Yet'.
- 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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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective journey
- bittersweet melodies for introspection
- ideal for evening relaxation
- narrative threads of life
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer instant gratification songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1993, This Time marked Dwight Yoakam's fifth studio album, following the critically acclaimed If There Was a Way. At this point in his career, Yoakam was solidifying his status as a leading figure in country music while experimenting with a more polished sound, reflective of his growing commercial success.
- Stylistic neighbors
- George Strait· Travis Tritt· Alan Jackson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Pocket of a Clown 2:57
- 2 A Thousand Miles From Nowhere 4:29
- 3 Home for Sale 3:39
- 4 This Time 3:58
- 5 Two Doors Down 3:54
- 6 Ain’t That Lonely Yet 3:20
- 7 King of Fools 4:07
- 8 Fast as You 4:48
- 9 Try Not to Look So Pretty 2:54
- 10 Wild Ride 4:43
- 11 Lonesome Roads 3:06
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