Character
Rachael Sage · 2020
49 min · 12 tracks · pop music
A vibrant blend of introspective lyrics and catchy hooks, showcasing a pop sensibility with an emotional depth that resonates throughout.
Top tracks — play these first
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Bravery’s on Fire — This track stands out with its anthemic chorus that encourages resilience and courage, embodying the album's overarching theme of self-empowerment.
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Damaged — Here, Sage explores vulnerability through poignant lyrics that articulate a complex relationship with one's flaws, making it a highlight of emotional depth on the album.
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Character — The title track encapsulates the album's essence by weaving together personal narrative with universal truths about identity and growth, making it a centerpiece of the collection.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album balances catchy hooks with introspective lyrics, showcasing Sage's growth as a songwriter.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks that maintain a consistent tempo, while the second half shifts to more introspective and slower songs.
- Several tracks incorporate layered vocal harmonies that enhance the emotional impact of the lyrics.
- The arrangement often includes piano as a central instrument, with strings and synths providing additional texture throughout.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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, consistent energy levels
- late-night contemplative moods
- dynamic emotional journeys
- long, immersive listening sessions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When Rachael Sage released 'Character' in January 2020, she was in the midst of her artistic maturity, following her previous album 'Choreographic' from 2018. This album marked her continued evolution as a songwriter and performer, displaying a refined sense of storytelling and musicality as she transitioned into a more mainstream pop sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ingrid Michaelson· Sara Bareilles· Norah Jones
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Both Hands
The imagery shifts from external observations to intimate reflections on personal experiences.
This shift creates a deeper connection to the listener by grounding abstract emotions in tangible life moments.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Blue Sky Days 4:03
- 2 Bravery’s on Fire 3:45
- 3 Both Hands 3:13
- 4 Damaged 4:48
- 5 Ohio 3:30
- 6 Cave 4:03
- 7 When I Was Young 3:37
- 8 Open the Door 3:54
- 9 Character 6:38
- 10 Be the Same 3:09
- 11 Atmosphere 3:41
- 12 Catch the Light 4:38
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