What makes Blue Lips by Tove Lo notable?

Blue Lips received critical acclaim for its candid lyricism and experimental sound, entering the Billboard 200 charts and solidifying Tove Lo's status in the electropop scene. The album was praised for its unfiltered portrayal of sexuality and emotional complexity, contributing to ongoing conversations about mental health and intimacy in pop music. By the time Tove Lo released Blue Lips in November 2017, she had already established herself as a significant voice in pop music with her breakthrough album, Queen of the Clouds. This album serves as a follow-up to her critically acclaimed EP, Lady Wood, which explored darker themes of love and loss. Blue Lips further delves into her personal experiences with relationships and self-discovery, showcasing her evolution as an artist.

Who is Blue Lips for?

Blue Lips works well if you're into steady mid-tempo dance vibes, darkly confessional lyrical exploration and pulsating energy for late nights.

How many songs are on Blue Lips?

Blue Lips has 14 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.

Blue Lips

Tove Lo · 2017

44 min · 14 tracks · indie pop

An exploration of raw emotions wrapped in vibrant synths and infectious pop hooks, balancing vulnerability with hedonism.

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Top tracks — play these first

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disco tits — This track embodies the album's carefree and provocative spirit, pairing pulsating beats with lyrics that celebrate unabashed confidence and desire.
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stranger — With haunting melodies and introspective lyrics, this song captures the essence of fleeting connections, illustrating Tove Lo's knack for blending vulnerability with catchy pop sensibilities.
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bad days — This track stands out for its raw emotional depth, addressing themes of anxiety and despair while maintaining an upbeat production that contrasts with its lyrical content.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

59 /100

Treeline

Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album balances energetic pop with introspective moments, showcasing strong production and songwriting.

What we noticed

Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies and contrasting synth textures, creating a dynamic soundscape.
The last three tracks shift to more introspective lyrics and stripped-back arrangements, providing a contrast to the earlier upbeat songs.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

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 dance vibes
darkly confessional lyrical exploration
pulsating energy for late nights
emotional depth with infectious grooves

Maybe skip if you

prefer upbeat instant gratification
avoid introspective lyrical content

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Experimental — Explores raw emotions and sound, marking a departure from previous works.
Career context: By the time Tove Lo released Blue Lips in November 2017, she had already established herself as a significant voice in pop music with her breakthrough album, Queen of the Clouds. This album serves as a follow-up to her critically acclaimed EP, Lady Wood, which explored darker themes of love and loss. Blue Lips further delves into her personal experiences with relationships and self-discovery, showcasing her evolution as an artist.
Stylistic neighbors: Lorde· Alessia Cara· Charli XCX