Top tracks — play these first
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No Promises Start here — The opening track sets the tone for the album with its infectious melody and introspective lyrics, inviting listeners into Anggun's emotional landscape.
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Oceans — This track stands out for its rich production and metaphorical depth, reflecting on themes of love and longing amidst vastness.
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Medicine and Meditation — A contemplative piece that combines soothing melodies with lyrical reflections on healing and self-care, showcasing Anggun's versatility.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends pop with personal themes, showcasing Anggun's growth while maintaining a cohesive sound throughout.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a strong pop track, 'No Promises', that sets a vibrant tone, followed by a gradual shift to more introspective themes in subsequent tracks.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies and dynamic instrumentation, particularly in 'Alive' and 'Oceans', which showcase Anggun's vocal range.
- The last three tracks slow the tempo significantly, creating a reflective atmosphere that contrasts with the earlier upbeat songs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short, reflective listening sessions
- introspective mood exploration
- uplifting emotional resonance
- steady, engaging song flow
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality and growth after a five-year hiatus.
- Themes
- post-hiatus resurgence· introspective ballads· cross-cultural influences
- Career context
- Released in December 2017, '8' marks Anggun's first studio album in five years following her previous work, 'Echoes.' At this time, she was consolidating her status as a global artist while exploring deeper personal themes in her music after years of international success.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Siti Nurhaliza· Nina Zilli· yuna
Tracklist
- 1 No Promises Start here 3:28
- 2 What We Remember 2:46
- 3 The Good is Back 3:45
- 4 Righteous 3:34
- 5 Alive 3:25
- 6 Medicine and Meditation 3:27
- 7 Inhuman 3:10
- 8 Forget Her 3:08
- 9 Oceans 3:55
- 10 Thank You 3:05
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Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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