Adulthood
CocknBullKid · 2011
43 min · 12 tracks
A vibrant blend of electro-pop and indie influences, underscored by sharp lyrics reflecting the trials of modern adulthood.
Top tracks — play these first
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Adulthood — The title track sets the tone for the album, blending catchy melodies with insightful commentary on the challenges of growing up.
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Hold on to Your Misery — This track showcases CocknBullKid's signature wit and punchy production, capturing a sense of resilience amidst life's struggles.
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I Deserve It — With its infectious chorus and introspective lyrics, this song highlights the conflict between ambition and self-doubt, making it a standout moment on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features strong lyrical themes and a vibrant sound but lacks cohesion in its pacing.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that sets a mid-tempo pace, followed by a series of tracks that alternate between upbeat and introspective themes.
- Several songs feature layered synths and rhythmic hooks, creating a vibrant electro-pop sound that is consistent throughout the record.
- Lyrically, the album addresses modern adulthood with sharp, often witty commentary, particularly evident in tracks like 'Hold on to Your Misery' and 'Bellyache'.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Dumb
The bridge shifts from self-deprecation to a defiant stance against judgment, showcasing growth in perspective.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Adulthood 3:35
- 2 CocknBullKid 3:40
- 3 Hold on to Your Misery 3:13
- 4 Yellow 3:08
- 5 One Eye Closed 4:04
- 6 Distractions 3:45
- 7 Bellyache 3:20
- 8 Mexico 2:38
- 9 Asthma Attack 4:02
- 10 Hoarder (The House That Heartbreak Built) 3:35
- 11 Dumb 5:33
- 12 I Deserve It 3:14
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