It feels to me like Chesney knows the exact combination of elements to make a winning record. And he’s combined them (as he always has) to make a good record. What I’m not getting, is a lot of genuineness, authenticity, or enthusiasm for making music. It all seems very detached and formulaic. Also, this party guy is wearing thin, and feels a bit disingenuous to me. I’d like to see an album with more introspective, that I can tell Chesney feels.
Beautiful World: I thought this was a duet, and liked the layering of voices. It’s either uncredited or Chesney layered over himself, but whichever is the case it sounds good. I also like the sentiment of the song.
Guys Named Captain: The song is too saccharine, but the twist at eh end is effective. It’s the best thing about the song that it turns out it’s about Chesney’s own father.
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