God's Favorite Customer

1. TGirl292

   Jun 2, 2018

   10

   He did it again! God’s Favorite Customer is an amazing album full of heart-filled ballads, uplifting beats, inward looking self critique withHe did it again! God’s Favorite Customer is an amazing album full of heart-filled ballads, uplifting beats, inward looking self critique with probably some of the best lyrics Josh Tillman has written. He just doesn’t disappoint.… Expand

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2. JRivera28

   Jun 3, 2018

   10

   God’s Favorite Customer es el álbum más amigable ala escucha de John Misty, en un intento de comercialización que resulta ser muy bueno y alaGod’s Favorite Customer es el álbum más amigable ala escucha de John Misty, en un intento de comercialización que resulta ser muy bueno y ala vez lleno de calidad.
   Tal vez el mejor trabajo discográfico del año hasta el momento o al menos uno de los mejores.… Expand

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4. higgs1313

   Jun 4, 2018

   9

   God's Favorite Customer succeeds in portraying the complexities of love on the rocks in ways I was not prepared for. The last three tracks onGod's Favorite Customer succeeds in portraying the complexities of love on the rocks in ways I was not prepared for. The last three tracks on the album channel Bob Dylan circa "Blood on the Tracks" and "Desire". There were moments where I was getting emotional due to the lyrical content of the songs (Please Don't Die and God's Favorite Customer being two of biggest gut-punches on the record). I think this is Tillman's best album lyrically and thematically speaking. I truly appreciate when an artist pulls the curtain back and lets listeners in on the personal issues that they endure.… Expand

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5. MacsMusic

   Aug 26, 2018

   8

   GFC is nearly as ambitious or striking as John's fantastic Pure Comedy, but it has something that PC lacked; heart. GFC is a raw album,GFC is nearly as ambitious or striking as John's fantastic Pure Comedy, but it has something that PC lacked; heart. GFC is a raw album, musically and emotionally, especially "Die," "Palace," and "People." These songs are great, with fantastic, honest, heartfelt lyrics, great singing, and some refreshing humor, specifically on "Palace." The lyrics on GFC are heartfelt and raw on a few tracks, but have plenty of John's signature wit on others.
   
   The music is great; it's simple, stripped-back, and fits perfectly with the lyrical tone of the album. The only song that doesn't fully work is the title track, which is a bit boring and runs too long. Despite this misstep, GFC is a great album. It's honest, witty, and heartfelt with great music and vocals. It's an 8.5.… Expand

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6. All_ButTrU4

   Dec 2, 2021

   8

   His sophomore was falling in love:naive,vulnerable, brave and funny. In his latest release he is breaking apart,the love is waning. FightsHis sophomore was falling in love:naive,vulnerable, brave and funny. In his latest release he is breaking apart,the love is waning. Fights result in separations to hotel rooms where the one person you always talk to is the one lost. It's really heartbreaking how hard they seemingly try to understand this shift, filled with self depreciation and delusions of grandeur we're guaranteed from a FMJ record except the graduer here is called for the excuse it is. Looking inwards most of these songs take place in his head. The uncertain fear on the title track is relatable when he wonders if his circumstances are from falling out with God or the slow ballad " the palace " which takes the cliche of a king lonely in an empty castle as a metaphor for his own loneliness whilst sequestered in a hotel room. The levity of "mr. Tillman" is a short lived joy ride that ends on the hilarious "date night" which through that mojo line calls back to the ridiculous humour of the palace "poem zone " joke. Fjm seems remorseful on the closing "disappointing diamonds " where he just wants to take the blame and move forward. If you ever wondered how a narcissist would handle a break up here's your lush answer.… Expand

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7. sguy157

   Jul 26, 2019

   8

   A nice follow up to Pure Comedy. If I would use stand up comedy terms to describe the two albums, I would say that Pure Comedy felt like theA nice follow up to Pure Comedy. If I would use stand up comedy terms to describe the two albums, I would say that Pure Comedy felt like the punchline, while God's Favorite Customer was a tag. Oftentimes, a tag will get a good reaction from the audience, which is what I felt the case was here. At times, both albums share similar tones and themes. However, God's Favorite Customer is shorter and more varied. This album was definitely less ambitious and less conceptual than its predecessor, which is not necessarily a negative thing. There are a few weaker links here and there, and since the album is not as conceptual these points can stand out a bit more. But even the weakest points aren't actually bad. What really makes this record are Father John Misty's lyrics and songwriting. I think that "Disappointing Diamonds Are The Rarest Of Them All" is a very well constructed song, and the vocal melody on "Please Don’t Die" is beautifully put together. He also has a knack for writing guitar riffs that feel so grand and memorable, such as on "We’re Only People (And There’s Not Much Anyone Can Do About That)." In addition, the instrumentation on "Just Dumb Enough To Try" is simply gorgeous. You might not get the bold artistic statement that you would find with his previous work, but its not necessary for every album to have that attribute. If you're craving a collection of quality songs with outstanding writing, this is the place to be.… Expand

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8. SKSK

   Jul 21, 2018

   6

   The melody seems sometimes repetitive. It's a decent album but it does not add anything to your experience as a listener.

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