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1000 Forms of Fear

Sia · 2014

48 min · 12 tracks · indie pop · electropop

Sia's emotive vocals intertwine with bold electropop beats, creating anthems of vulnerability and resilience.

Why this album works

'1000 Forms of Fear' debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart and included the hit single 'Chandelier,' which received multiple Grammy nominations and widespread acclaim. The album's exploration of themes like addiction and personal struggle resonated deeply with listeners, influencing a wave of introspective pop artists that followed.
Best for
steady emotional crescendos throughout anthems of vulnerability and strength late-night introspective listening experience
Context
Released on July 4, 2014, '1000 Forms of Fear' was Sia's first major commercial breakthrough following her transition from behind-the-scenes songwriting to a frontwoman. This album came after her 2012 release 'We Are Born,' which established her as a solo artist but did not achieve significant chart success. With this album, she solidified her position in the mainstream music industry.
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Tracklist

New here? Start with "Chandelier".

  • 1 Chandelier Start here 3:36
  • 2 Big Girls Cry Standout 3:30
  • 3 Burn the Pages 3:15
  • 4 Eye of the Needle 4:08
  • 5 Hostage 2:56
  • 6 Straight for the Knife 3:31
  • 7 Fair Game 3:51
  • 8 Elastic Heart Standout 4:17
  • 9 Free the Animal 4:24
  • 10 Fire Meet Gasoline 4:01
  • 11 Cellophane 4:25
  • 12 Dressed in Black 6:40

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