Written In Song
Jeannie Seely · 2017
42 min · 14 tracks · country music
A rich tapestry of heartfelt narratives woven through classic country melodies and sincere folk influences.
Top tracks — play these first
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Sometimes I Do — The opening track sets an introspective tone with its exploration of complex emotions, encapsulating the album's overarching themes of love and longing.
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Anyone Who Knows What Love Is — This cover of a classic song showcases Seely's ability to infuse fresh emotion into well-known material, demonstrating her vocal strength and interpretive skills.
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Life of a Rodeo Cowboy — A narrative-driven track that paints vivid imagery of the rodeo lifestyle, adding depth to the album's storytelling aspect while celebrating Americana culture.
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Leavin’ & Sayin’ Goodbye — The poignant lyrics convey a sense of farewell that resonates deeply, highlighting Seely's knack for evoking strong emotional responses through her songwriting.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends classic country melodies with heartfelt narratives but lacks standout cohesion.
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 ballads.
- Several tracks incorporate traditional country instrumentation, such as steel guitar and fiddle, enhancing the genre's authenticity.
- The lyrics across the album often tell personal stories, with a focus on love and loss, creating a narrative thread throughout.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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
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
- heartfelt storytelling with warmth
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments
- nostalgic themes of love lost
- intimate sing-alongs with friends
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer standalone single hits
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 2017, Jeannie Seely was a seasoned artist with over five decades in the music industry, known for her contributions to country music. 'Written In Song' marked her return to the studio after a significant gap since her previous album in 2013, showcasing her enduring presence and storytelling prowess within the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Patsy Cline· Loretta Lynn· Dolly Parton
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sometimes I Do 2:20
- 2 He’s All I Need 3:05
- 3 I’m Never Gonna See You 3:25
- 4 Senses 3:03
- 5 Anyone Who Knows What Love Is 3:38
- 6 You Don’t Need Me 2:53
- 7 My Love for You 2:47
- 8 Leavin’ & Sayin’ Goodbye 2:17
- 9 The Pain Once You’re Gone 2:35
- 10 He Always Got What He Wanted 3:18
- 11 Life of a Rodeo Cowboy 2:40
- 12 Enough to Lie 2:43
- 13 Who Needs You 3:59
- 14 We’re Still Hangin’ in There Ain’t We Jessi 3:28
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