"All Things Considered" is a song written by lead vocalist Tim Hunt and recorded by the American

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, which was released in June 1999 as the leadoff single from the group's first album, '' Untamed''. The song reached #8 on the ''

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chart.

Content

The song is an uptempo, that paints the picture of a man who is hanging on, despite relationship, automobile, and job related problems. He states that even though all of these negative things are occurring in his life, he is surviving.

Critical reception

Chuck Taylor, of ''

'' magazine gave the song a favorable review, saying that the song "grabs the listener by the ears from the first word and doesn't let go till the final note."''

'', July 3, 1999

Music video

The music video was directed by David Abbott.

Chart positions

Year-end charts

References

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