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Bloom

Troye Sivan · 2018

43 min · 12 tracks · indie pop · synth-pop · electropop

Ethereal synths and intimate lyrics intertwine, creating a vibrant exploration of love and self-acceptance.

Why this album works

Best for
steady mid-tempo dance vibes intimate moments of self-reflection vibrant exploration of love
Context
Bloom is Troye Sivan's second studio album, following his critically acclaimed debut Blue Neighbourhood from 2015. By this point in his career, Sivan had established himself as a leading voice in pop music, particularly within the LGBTQ+ community, and was building on the momentum of his breakout success with more personal themes in his songwriting.
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Bloom is an album by Troye Sivan, released in 2018. Ethereal synths and intimate lyrics intertwine, creating a vibrant exploration of love and self-acceptance. Upon its release, Bloom debuted at number four on the Billboard 200 and received positive reviews for its production and lyrical depth. The album further solidified Sivan's influence in pop music, especially regarding its representation of queer experiences, and was recognized in various award nominations including the GLAAD Media Awards. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Bloom sound like?

Ethereal synths and intimate lyrics intertwine, creating a vibrant exploration of love and self-acceptance. Rooted in indie pop and synth-pop.

What makes Bloom by Troye Sivan notable?

Upon its release, Bloom debuted at number four on the Billboard 200 and received positive reviews for its production and lyrical depth. The album further solidified Sivan's influence in pop music, especially regarding its representation of queer experiences, and was recognized in various award nominations including the GLAAD Media Awards. Bloom is Troye Sivan's second studio album, following his critically acclaimed debut Blue Neighbourhood from 2015. By this point in his career, Sivan had established himself as a leading voice in pop music, particularly within the LGBTQ+ community, and was building on the momentum of his breakout success with more personal themes in his songwriting.

Who is Bloom for?

Bloom works well if you're into steady mid-tempo dance vibes, intimate moments of self-reflection and vibrant exploration of love.

How many songs are on Bloom?

Bloom has 12 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·43:38

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

  • 1 Seventeen 3:38
  • 2 My My My! Standout 3:24
  • 3 The Good Side Standout 4:28
  • 4 Bloom Standout 3:42
  • 5 Postcard 3:36
  • 6 Dance to This 3:51
  • 7 Plum 3:06
  • 8 What a Heavenly Way to Die 3:07
  • 9 Lucky Strike 3:28
  • 10 Animal 4:25
  • 11 This This 3:34
  • 12 Running Shoes 3:13

Release Date

August 31, 2018

Genre

electropop, indie pop, synth-pop

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Artist Origin

Australia

Runtime

43 min 38 sec