Introduction
“An Exception to the Rule” is a track from Dwight Yoakam’s thirteenth studio album, Population Me, released on June 24, 2003.
This album marked Yoakam’s first release with Audium Records, following his departure from Reprise Records.
The song exemplifies Yoakam’s signature blend of traditional country and honky-tonk styles. Critics have noted its thematic and stylistic similarities to “Things Change” from his 1998 album A Long Way Home, suggesting it may have been conceived during the same creative period.
Population Me is notable for its diverse musical influences and collaborations. The album includes a reimagined cover of Burt Bacharach’s “Trains and Boats and Planes,” featuring bluegrass legend Earl Scruggs on banjo, and a duet with Willie Nelson titled “If Teardrops Were Diamonds.” These collaborations highlight Yoakam’s versatility and deep respect for both traditional and contemporary country music.
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