Clean
Soccer Mommy · 2018
34 min · 10 tracks
A blend of lo-fi melodies and introspective lyrics that evoke a sense of youthful vulnerability and emotional complexity.
Top tracks — play these first
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Your Dog — This track stands out for its stark portrayal of a toxic relationship, blending catchy melodies with biting lyrics that reveal deep emotional conflict.
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Cool — With its infectious chorus and relatable themes of insecurity, this track encapsulates the essence of adolescent angst and the struggle for self-acceptance.
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Wildflowers — The closing track features lush instrumentation and reflective lyrics that convey a sense of hopefulness amidst uncertainty, beautifully wrapping up the album's themes.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively blends lo-fi melodies with introspective lyrics, creating a distinct emotional landscape.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks establish a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the fourth track introduces a more subdued, introspective tone.
- Several songs feature layered guitar textures that create a lo-fi atmosphere, enhancing the emotional weight of the lyrics.
- The album closes with a brief interlude followed by 'Wildflowers', which shifts to a more hopeful sound, contrasting with earlier themes.
- 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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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments
- confessional lyrics exploring youth
- for late-night introspection
- short tracks for focused listening
Maybe skip if you
- prefer high-energy party music
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2018, Soccer Mommy released Clean as her second studio album, following the critically acclaimed debut, Collection. The album marked a significant moment in her career, showcasing her evolution as a songwriter and solidifying her presence in the indie rock scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Phoebe Bridgers· Snail Mail· Julien Baker
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Your Dog
The narrator directly confronts their partner’s dismissive behavior, revealing feelings of frustration and entrapment within the relationship.
This moment shifts from passive observation to direct address, which intensifies the emotional impact and highlights the struggle for agency.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Still Clean 4:01
- 2 Cool 3:16
- 3 Your Dog 3:14
- 4 Flaw 3:41
- 5 Blossom (Wasting All My Time) 3:12
- 6 Last Girl 3:35
- 7 Skin 4:01
- 8 Scorpio Rising 4:42
- 9 Interlude 1:38
- 10 Wildflowers 3:19
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