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Beatopia

Beabadoobee · 2022

45 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock

A dreamy collage of bedroom pop and alternative rock, woven with intimate lyrics and lush melodies.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Beatopia Cultsong — The opening track sets the tone for the album with its whimsical melodies and lyrical exploration of a personal utopia, introducing listeners to Beabadoobee's imaginative world.
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    10:36 — This track stands out for its catchy chorus and vivid imagery, capturing fleeting moments of connection that resonate deeply amidst an upbeat sound.
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    Lovesong — A poignant reflection on love and longing, this track showcases Beabadoobee's ability to blend vulnerability with captivating melodies, representing a central theme of the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

58 /100
Treeline
Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The album features lush melodies and introspective lyrics, creating a cohesive sound while exploring dynamic contrasts.

What we noticed

  • Several songs feature a recurring motif of introspective lyrics paired with airy melodies, creating a cohesive emotional tone.
  • The final track closes with a gradual fade-out, leaving an echoing sense of reflection that ties back to the opening.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
8/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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

  • steady mid-tempo reflective moments
  • youthful nostalgia and vulnerability
  • dreamlike soundscapes for daydreaming
  • short tracks for quick listens

Maybe skip if you

  • seekers of high-energy intensity
  • prefer standalone singles over cohesion

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on July 15, 2022, Beatopia is Beabadoobee's second studio album, following her debut album Fake It Flowers from 2020. The album comes at a time when she was gaining significant traction in the indie music scene, having built a loyal fan base and garnered critical acclaim for her unique sound and relatable songwriting.
Stylistic neighbors
Clairo· Phoebe Bridgers· Girl in red

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • See you Soon

    The narrative shifts from past memories to hopeful anticipation for future encounters.

    This transition enhances the emotional depth, contrasting nostalgia with optimism as it bridges the gap between lost connections and future possibilities.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Beatopia Cultsong 2:31
  • 2 10:36 3:15
  • 3 Sunny day 2:40
  • 4 See you Soon 3:26
  • 5 Ripples 3:07
  • 6 the perfect pair 2:57
  • 7 broken cd 2:50
  • 8 Talk 2:38
  • 9 Lovesong 4:05
  • 10 Pictures of Us 4:39
  • 11 fairy song 2:44
  • 12 Don’t get the deal 3:40
  • 13 tinkerbell is overrated 3:48
  • 14 You’re here that’s the thing 3:28

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