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Found Heaven

Conan Gray · 2024

36 min · 13 tracks · pop music

A vibrant electropop journey infused with introspective lyrics and infectious melodies that capture the essence of youthful longing.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Found Heaven — The title track encapsulates the album's core themes of searching for belonging and connection amidst vibrant pop production, setting the emotional tone for the entire record.
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    Lonely Dancers — This track stands out with its poignant reflection on solitude and community, pairing relatable lyrics with an upbeat melody that invites listeners to dance through their feelings.
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    Miss You — With its raw vulnerability and catchy hook, Miss You captures the heartache of longing while showcasing Gray's vocal range and emotional delivery effectively.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

59 /100
Treeline
Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album blends vibrant electropop with introspective themes, appealing to its target audience effectively.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album features upbeat tracks that maintain a consistent tempo, while the second half introduces slower ballads that create a contrast in mood.
  • Several tracks incorporate layered synths and vocal harmonies, enhancing the emotional weight of the lyrics.
  • The lead single 'Found Heaven' is followed by two similarly themed songs, creating a thematic continuity early in the album.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

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 mid-tempo reflective vibes
  • bittersweet themes of young love
  • bright melodies for sing-alongs
  • for casual hangouts
  • short tracks for quick listens

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer longer immersive experiences
  • seek intense emotional highs

Where this album fits

Career context
Found Heaven marks Conan Gray's third studio album, following his critically acclaimed release, Superache, in 2022. At this point in his career, Gray has solidified his presence in pop music, transitioning from a rising star to a prominent voice in contemporary electropop, showcasing a blend of personal storytelling and polished production.
Stylistic neighbors
Troye Sivan· Lauv· Olivia Rodrigo

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Fainted Love

    The narrative shifts from nostalgia to acceptance as it acknowledges the end of a relationship with grace.

    This transition highlights Gray's lyrical maturity, as it moves from reminiscing about past love to embracing personal growth.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Found Heaven 2:57
  • 2 Never Ending Song 2:35
  • 3 Fainted Love 2:50
  • 4 Lonely Dancers 2:29
  • 5 Alley Rose 3:28
  • 6 The Final Fight 2:09
  • 7 Miss You 2:23
  • 8 Bourgeoisieses 2:31
  • 9 Forever With Me 3:35
  • 10 Eye of the Night 2:21
  • 11 Boys & Girls 2:22
  • 12 Killing Me 3:25
  • 13 Winner 3:37

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