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Bad as Me — The title track encapsulates the album's raw energy and thematic depth, highlighting Waits' distinctive vocal style and lyrical wit. It serves as a powerful introduction to the narrative tone of the record.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases Waits' unique style with strong songwriting and production choices that enhance its gritty atmosphere.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a driving rhythm in 'Chicago', establishing a gritty tone that persists throughout.
- Many tracks feature unconventional song structures, such as abrupt tempo changes and varied instrumentation.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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9/10
- 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
Significant within its genre. 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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bad as Me 3:10
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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