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Bird Set Free — This title track serves as an empowering declaration of freedom, encapsulating Sia's signature style of combining vulnerability with strength through exhilarating melodies.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The song effectively combines strong vocals with an engaging electropop backdrop, making it memorable and impactful.
What we noticed
- The song features a gradual build-up, starting with a soft piano introduction that crescendos into a powerful chorus.
- Sia's vocal delivery alternates between restrained verses and explosive, high-energy choruses, emphasizing the theme of liberation.
- The production incorporates layered synths and driving beats that create an uplifting atmosphere throughout the track.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- 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
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.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — The song gained significant attention, solidifying Sia's commercial success after her previous album.
- Themes
- personal liberation· soaring vocals· electropop empowerment
- Career context
- When Sia released 'Bird Set Free' in November 2015, she was at the peak of her commercial success following her critically acclaimed album '1000 Forms of Fear' from 2014. This album marked a continued evolution in her artistry as she embraced her status as a pop music powerhouse, showcasing her distinctive vocal style and songwriting prowess.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bat for Lashes· Lana Del Rey· Florence + the Machine
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Bird Set Free
The narrative shifts from introspection to an emphatic embrace of personal liberation.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bird Set Free 4:15
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Prism
Katy Perry
Shares themes of empowerment and features anthemic choruses with vibrant electropop production.
How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful
Florence + the Machine
Combines soaring vocals with lush instrumentation, exploring themes of liberation and self-discovery.
Delirium
Ellie Goulding
Features euphoric synths and personal themes, creating a similar uplifting and empowering atmosphere.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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