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Expectations

Hayley Kiyoko · 2018

48 min · 13 tracks · pop music

A vibrant blend of pop sensibilities and intimate storytelling, laced with themes of love and self-acceptance.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo exploration
  • intimate storytelling moments
  • reflective self-acceptance themes
  • vibrant energy for gatherings
  • for sing-alongs

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced excitement
  • seek standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on March 30, 2018, 'Expectations' marked Hayley Kiyoko's debut studio album, following her successful EP 'Citrine'. At this point in her career, she had gained recognition as a prominent voice in LGBTQ+ representation within pop music, building anticipation for a full-length project.
Stylistic neighbors
Tove Lo· Charli XCX· Dua Lipa

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Expectations (Overture) 1:52
  • 2 Feelings 3:36
  • 3 What I Need 3:39
  • 4 Sleepover 3:53
  • 5 Mercy/Gatekeeper 5:44
  • 6 Under the Blue/Take Me In 5:37
  • 7 Curious 3:03
  • 8 xx 0:51
  • 9 Wanna Be Missed 3:15
  • 10 He’ll Never Love You (HNLY) 3:51
  • 11 Palm Dreams 5:14
  • 12 Molecules 4:10
  • 13 Let It Be 3:41

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