Tim McGraw - "Nothing To Die For"
By: Daryl Addison
Last Updated: January 11, 2009 1:30 AM
Almost two years after his album Let It Go was released, Tim McGraw sent his seventh single from the CD, the crossover/Adult Contemporary-styled “Nothin’ To Die For,” to radio in late December 2008. The song’s thumping, palm-muted rhythm guitar and the central melody’s ghostly reverb offer a fitting backdrop for the lyrical plea to reverse the progression of alcoholism. The vocals are standard Tim McGraw – good but not really pushing toward unforgettable. Here, it’s the song’s tight rhythm section that really drives the tune. The low, mid-tempo 1/8th notes from the bass are locked in perfect time with the percussion to move the song along. The music doesn’t alter much throughout, but it doesn’t have to, as this piece is more of a glimpse at a life that may be cut early to alcoholism.
READER'S COMMENTS
Rick says:
Posted: Monday, January 12, 2009
I think Timbo should have titled this "Nothing Worth Listening To". I'd like CURB to set him free so he can start his political career, and the sooner the better!