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Courage to Change — This track serves as the thematic centerpiece of the album, encapsulating Sia's commitment to promoting empowerment and resilience through its powerful lyrics and uplifting melody.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The song combines strong vocals and production but is somewhat conventional in its structure and theme.
What we noticed
- The song features a steady build-up, starting with soft instrumentation that gradually layers in synths and percussion.
- Sia's vocal delivery shifts from subdued verses to powerful, soaring choruses, emphasizing the anthem's message.
- The production includes a prominent use of electronic elements, creating an uplifting soundscape that supports the lyrical 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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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
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Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Represents Sia's introspective evolution and resonates during challenging times.
- Themes
- mental health awareness· personal struggle· film soundtrack evolution
- Career context
- Released in 2020, 'Courage to Change' marks a significant moment in Sia's career as she transitioned from hit-maker to a more introspective artist. This song is part of her soundtrack for the film 'Music', which also highlights her evolving relationship with themes of mental health and personal struggle.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bat for Lashes· Lana Del Rey· Florence + the Machine
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Courage to Change (from the original motion picture “Music”) 4:52
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Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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