Carl Barât
Carl Barât · 2010
35 min · 10 tracks · indie rock
A blend of gritty indie rock anthems and introspective ballads that showcase Barât's raw lyrical storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
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Carve My Name — This track epitomizes Barât's evocative storytelling, blending poignant lyrics with a driving rhythm that captures his struggle for identity.
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So Long, My Lover — A heartfelt ballad that showcases Barât's vulnerability and melodic sensibility, making it one of the emotional high points of the album.
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Je Regrette, Je Regrette — With its catchy chorus and reflective lyrics, this track highlights Barât's ability to merge personal regret with uplifting melodies.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases a blend of energetic and reflective songs, with personal lyrics but lacks standout production.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features more upbeat tracks, while the latter half shifts to slower, introspective ballads.
- Lyrically, the album frequently employs first-person narratives that delve into personal experiences and emotions.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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5/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- 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
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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The Fall
The perspective shifts to address past mistakes directly, adding a layer of urgency to the narrative.
This structural choice intensifies the emotional weight of the song, marking a departure from more abstract reflections found elsewhere on the album.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Magus 3:16
- 2 Je Regrette, Je Regrette 3:05
- 3 She's Something 2:29
- 4 Carve My Name 4:33
- 5 Run With the Boys 3:24
- 6 The Fall 3:31
- 7 So Long, My Lover 3:38
- 8 What Have I Done 3:42
- 9 Shadows Fall 4:16
- 10 Ode to a Girl 3:59
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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