You don't just hear Staci Gruber's "This Time Around," you know it. This Boston-based artist is known for writing songs that are honest about her feelings and tell a story. This song is a mix of country and Americana rock that feels lived-in and easy to relate to. Erik Halbig produced the single in Nashville. It has that unmistakable warmth and grit that comes from experienced hands telling a true story.
Written with Michael Orland, "This Time Around" has a classic rock sound and a honky-tonk swagger. The tempo keeps things going with a steady, foot-tapping rhythm, and the mood is a mix of thoughtfulness and determination. Gruber's lyrics capture the quiet moment when love has pulled too hard, the truth comes late, and the heart finally chooses clarity over chaos. It's honest without being too much, and it's open without being weak.
Gruber's voice delivery is what really stands out, it's grounded, expressive, and emotionally on point. She doesn't go too far; she trusts the song. The chorus feels like a shared realization, and the music adds to the story instead of taking center stage. "This Time Around" shows that great songwriting never goes out of style. This song is the kind that makes you want to listen to it again and again. It also reminds you why real storytelling never goes out of style.
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