Colour the Small One
Sia · 2004
71 min · 16 tracks · indie pop · electropop
A delicate blend of electro-pop and introspective balladry, layered with Sia's hauntingly emotive vocals.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for reflective moments
- haunting vocals for emotional depth
- balanced progression through introspection
- delicate sound for quiet evenings
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy anthems
- prefer standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album established Sia's reputation with the hit 'Breathe Me' and wider recognition.
- Themes
- personal isolation· self-acceptance struggle
- Career context
- Released in early 2004, 'Colour the Small One' was Sia's second studio album and marked her transition from a relatively obscure artist to a recognized voice in the indie pop scene. Following her debut album 'OnlySee' (1997), which had limited impact, this record began to establish her unique sound and lyrical depth, setting the stage for her later commercial successes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bat for Lashes· Lana Del Rey· Florence + the Machine
- If this clicks, go next to
- Some People Have Real Problems — Continues the introspective themes with a blend of pop and emotional depth.
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Speak for Yourself by Imogen Heap — Shares a similar blend of emotive vocals and intricate electronic production.Born to Die by Lana Del Rey — Both feature introspective lyrics and a haunting, atmospheric soundscape.Two Suns by Bat for Lashes — Combines ethereal melodies with personal themes and rich, layered instrumentation.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "Breathe Me".
- 1 Rewrite 4:45
- 2 Sunday 4:17
- 3 Breathe Me Start here 4:34
- 4 The Bully 3:51
- 5 Sweet Potato 4:00
- 6 Don’t Bring Me Down 4:25
- 7 Natale’s Song 2:32
- 8 Butterflies 3:26
- 9 Moon 5:02
- 10 The Church of What’s Happening Now 4:27
- 11 Numb 4:40
- 12 Where I Belong 5:45
- 13 Broken Biscuit 4:55
- 14 Sea Shells 4:51
- 15 Breathe Me (Four Tet remix) 5:03
- 16 Breathe Me (Ulrich Schnauss remix) 4:53
What to play next
This album is considered a Breakthrough in Sia's catalog. This album established Sia's reputation with the hit 'Breathe Me' and wider recognition.
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