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Time Well Wasted

Brad Paisley · 2005

76 min · 19 tracks · country music

A playful blend of traditional country sounds and contemporary storytelling that captures life's bittersweet moments.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    The World Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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    Alcohol — This track humorously personifies alcohol as a companion, showcasing Paisley's knack for blending humor with relatable themes about life’s struggles.
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    Waitin’ on a Woman — A poignant reflection on patience and love, this song highlights Paisley's storytelling ability while resonating deeply with listeners through its emotional depth.
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    When I Get Where I’m Going — This heartfelt ballad explores themes of loss and hope, capturing the essence of spiritual longing and connection that defines much of Paisley’s work.
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    She's Everything — A romantic tribute that paints an intimate portrait of love, this track exemplifies Paisley's skill in crafting vivid imagery within his lyrics.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

60 /100
Treeline
Higher than 66% of albums we've rated

The album blends humor with heartfelt storytelling, balancing upbeat and reflective tracks effectively.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album features upbeat tracks that establish a lively tone, while the second half shifts to more reflective and slower songs.
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
7/10

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

  • heartfelt storytelling with humor
  • consistent flow with gradual resolution
  • for laid-back gatherings
  • steady pacing for reflective moments
  • nostalgic vibes with playful twists

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking intense, fast-paced tracks
  • prefer standalone singles over albums

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — This album solidified Paisley's status in modern country, following prior success.
Themes
small-town reflections· alcohol's bittersweet charm· life after loss
Career context
When Brad Paisley released 'Time Well Wasted' in 2005, he was solidifying his status as a leading figure in modern country music, following the commercial success of his previous album 'Mud on the Tires.' This album showcased his signature wit and musicianship, contributing to his artistic growth during a peak period in his career, marked by multiple award nominations.
Stylistic neighbors
Kacey Musgraves· Keith Urban· Dierks Bentley
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Tracklist

Disc 1

  • 1 The World Start here 4:03
  • 2 Alcohol 4:53
  • 3 Waitin’ on a Woman 4:34
  • 4 I’ll Take You Back 4:25
  • 5 She’s Everything 4:29
  • 6 You Need a Man Around Here 3:35
  • 7 Out in the Parking Lot 4:45
  • 8 Rainin’ You 4:16
  • 9 Flowers 3:51
  • 10 Love Is Never-Ending 4:00
  • 11 The Uncloudy Day 0:55
  • 12 When I Get Where I’m Going 4:09
  • 13 Easy Money 4:15
  • 14 Time Warp 3:58
  • 15 Time Well Wasted 3:56

Disc 2

  • 1 Yes, You Will 4:09
  • 2 Hard to Say Hello 4:11
  • 3 Ode de Toilet (The Toilet Song) 4:43
  • 4 College 3:40

What to play next

5th Gear
Listen next

5th Gear

2007

Continues the playful storytelling with a more polished sound.
Mud on the Tires
Go back to

Mud on the Tires

2003

Sets the stage with similar themes and musical style.
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If this landed

Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.

Be as You Are (Songs from an Old Blue Chair)

Be as You Are (Songs from an Old Blue Chair)

Kenny Chesney

Shares the same small-town reflections and laid-back storytelling in a country framework.

Crazy Ex-Girlfriend

Crazy Ex-Girlfriend

Miranda Lambert

Combines humor and emotional depth with sharp storytelling, focusing on love and loss.

The Foundation

The Foundation

Zac Brown Band

Blends heartfelt narratives with a mix of playful and bittersweet themes similar to Paisley's style.

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