Tracy Lawrence
Tracy Lawrence · 2001
41 min · 12 tracks · country music
A rich tapestry of heartfelt storytelling woven through traditional country melodies and contemporary production elements.
Top tracks — play these first
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Crawlin' Again Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Getting Back Up — This track embodies resilience and determination, resonating with listeners facing hardships while showcasing Lawrence's emotive vocal delivery.
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It's Hard to Be an Outlaw — Offering a reflective take on outlaw country themes, this song connects deeply with classic influences while maintaining a contemporary sound.
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What a Memory — This poignant ballad captures nostalgia beautifully, highlighting Lawrence's ability to evoke emotion through storytelling and melody.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends traditional and modern country sounds but lacks standout compositions to elevate it further.
What we noticed
- The first five tracks maintain a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the latter half introduces slower ballads that shift the emotional tone.
- Several tracks feature prominent storytelling elements, with lyrics that unfold narratives rather than relying on typical verse-chorus structures.
- The production incorporates both traditional country instrumentation and contemporary elements like layered harmonies and polished arrangements.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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 storytelling about struggles
- for casual listening
- uplifting themes of resilience
Maybe skip if you
- seek instant gratification
- prefer high-energy soundscapes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Marks a return to prominence and showcases continued appeal in country music.
- Career context
- Released in 2001, this self-titled album marked Tracy Lawrence's return to the spotlight after a brief hiatus following his earlier successes in the 1990s. At this point, he was transitioning from a commercial peak characterized by hits like 'Alibis' to seeking a renewed artistic identity that would resonate with both loyal fans and new listeners.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alan Jackson· George Strait· Brooks & Dunn
Tracklist
- 1 Crawlin' Again Start here 2:50
- 2 Life Don't Have to Be So Hard 3:14
- 3 It's Got You All Over It 2:59
- 4 Getting Back Up 4:12
- 5 It's Hard to Be an Outlaw 3:29
- 6 Meant to Be 3:21
- 7 That Was Us 3:20
- 8 She Loved the Devil Out of Me 3:13
- 9 Whole Lot of Lettin' Go 3:49
- 10 What a Memory 4:27
- 11 God's Green Earth 2:43
- 12 I Won All the Battles 3:37
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