What makes You Get What You Give by Zac Brown Band notable?

The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and received a Grammy nomination for Best Country Album. It features hits like Knee Deep, which became a summer anthem, highlighting the band's ability to blend traditional country with contemporary themes. Released on September 20, 2010, You Get What You Give is Zac Brown Band's third studio album, following their breakthrough record, The Foundation. This album solidified their place in the country music landscape, building on previous successes while experimenting with broader musical influences.

Who is You Get What You Give for?

You Get What You Give works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and late-night contemplative moods.

How many songs are on You Get What You Give?

You Get What You Give has 14 tracks, running approximately 61 minutes.

You Get What You Give

Zac Brown Band · 2010

61 min · 14 tracks · country music

A rich tapestry of country sounds interwoven with themes of resilience and reflection, showcasing the band’s signature harmony.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Knee Deep — This track features a laid-back vibe and a duet with Jimmy Buffett, capturing the essence of carefree summer days and beach life, making it an instant classic.
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Colder Weather — With its poignant lyrics about longing and distance, this song showcases the band's emotional depth and storytelling prowess, resonating deeply with listeners.
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As She's Walking Away — Featuring Alan Jackson, this track blends traditional country elements with modern sounds, highlighting the band's collaborative spirit and broad appeal.
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Whiskey's Gone — The song's reflective lyrics paired with a catchy melody illustrate themes of heartache and loss, making it relatable to many fans.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album blends traditional country elements with modern themes but lacks strong cohesion across its length.

What we noticed

The first three tracks establish a mid-tempo groove, while the fourth track introduces a more reflective tone with slower pacing.
Several songs feature layered harmonies that create a rich vocal texture, particularly in 'Knee Deep' and 'Colder Weather'.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

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

dynamic emotional journeys
long, immersive listening sessions
late-night contemplative moods
gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Fan Favorite — Beloved by fans for its themes and sound, following the band's breakthrough.
Career context: Released on September 20, 2010, You Get What You Give is Zac Brown Band's third studio album, following their breakthrough record, The Foundation. This album solidified their place in the country music landscape, building on previous successes while experimenting with broader musical influences.
Stylistic neighbors: Lady A· Kacey Musgraves· Florida Georgia Line