Is Cry for You a good place to start with Petra Marklund?

Yes, Cry for You is recommended as a starting point for new Petra Marklund listeners. A pulsating blend of Eurodance and pop that encapsulates the euphoric spirit of mid-2000s club culture. Upon the release of 'Cry for You', Petra Marklund was transitioning from her early career in Sweden to becoming an international dance music sensation. This album, her debut under the name September, followed her earlier work and marked a significant shift towards a more electronic sound, solidifying her place in the Eurodance genre.

Who is Cry for You for?

Cry for You works well if you're into steady dance floor energy, infectious beats for celebration and emotional resonance in remixes.

How many songs are on Cry for You?

Cry for You has 7 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.

Released 20 years ago

Cry for You

Petra Marklund · 2006

36 min · 7 tracks · pop music

A pulsating blend of Eurodance and pop that encapsulates the euphoric spirit of mid-2000s club culture.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Cry For You (Radio Edit) Start here — This version highlights the infectious hook and streamlined production that made it a radio favorite, capturing the essence of Marklund's sound.
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Cry For You (Extended) — The extended version allows for more immersive soundscapes and showcases the full range of the track's energetic beats, making it a staple in clubs.
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Cry For You (Spencer & Hill Remix) — This remix adds a fresh twist with deeper basslines and dynamic drops, emphasizing the track's versatility and appeal to dance music enthusiasts.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

45 /100

Lowland

Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The album showcases energetic pop compositions but relies heavily on familiar Eurodance tropes.

What we noticed

The first five tracks maintain a high-energy tempo, with driving beats and synth-heavy arrangements that create a danceable atmosphere.
Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies, often with Petra's lead vocals accompanied by backing vocals that enhance the melodic hooks.
The album includes multiple radio edits of the same songs, suggesting an emphasis on accessibility and commercial appeal.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

Influence 4/10

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 dance floor energy
infectious beats for celebration
emotional resonance in remixes
upbeat tracks for social gatherings

Maybe skip if you

prefer slower, introspective music
seek complex, varied structures

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Established her reputation as a key player in Eurodance, gaining international recognition.
Career context: Upon the release of 'Cry for You', Petra Marklund was transitioning from her early career in Sweden to becoming an international dance music sensation. This album, her debut under the name September, followed her earlier work and marked a significant shift towards a more electronic sound, solidifying her place in the Eurodance genre.
Stylistic neighbors: Robyn· Kylie Minogue· Sophie Ellis-Bextor