What makes First Time by Lifehouse notable?

The album's lead single, 'First Time,' reached number 24 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was well-received by fans and critics alike. Its commercial success helped bolster Lifehouse's presence in the alternative rock scene during the mid-2000s. Released in 2007, First Time is Lifehouse's fourth studio album, coming after their successful album, Who We Are, which peaked at number 5 on the Billboard 200. This release showcased the band's continued evolution in sound and songwriting, while maintaining their signature emotive rock style.

How many songs are on First Time?

First Time has 1 track, running approximately 3 minutes.

First Time

Lifehouse · 2007

3 min · 1 track · alternative rock

Uplifting melodies and heartfelt lyrics blend seamlessly in a polished alternative rock soundscape.

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First Time — As the lead single, this track encapsulates the album's themes of love and new beginnings with its infectious chorus and relatable lyrics.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

40 /100

Lowland

Higher than 1% of albums we've rated

The song is polished and accessible but follows familiar patterns without significant innovation.

What we noticed

The track features a steady mid-tempo beat with layered guitar riffs that create an uplifting atmosphere.
The song structure follows a conventional verse-chorus format, allowing for easy sing-along moments.

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

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. 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.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This album solidified Lifehouse's presence in the alternative rock scene after previous successes.
Themes: first love· new beginnings· heartfelt confessions
Career context: Released in 2007, First Time is Lifehouse's fourth studio album, coming after their successful album, Who We Are, which peaked at number 5 on the Billboard 200. This release showcased the band's continued evolution in sound and songwriting, while maintaining their signature emotive rock style.
Stylistic neighbors: Matchbox Twenty· Goo Goo Dolls· Third Eye Blind