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Giant

Calvin Harris · 2019

3 min · 1 track · electronic music

A euphoric blend of dance-pop and electro house that combines soaring vocals with infectious beats.

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    Giant — As the only track on the album, 'Giant' showcases the powerful synergy between Harris's production skills and Rag'n'Bone Man's soulful vocals, creating a universally appealing dance anthem.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

51 /100
Foothills
Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

The track combines strong production with catchy vocals, making it a solid dance anthem but not particularly.

What we noticed

  • The track features a steady four-on-the-floor beat that drives the rhythm throughout its duration.
  • Synthesizers create a lush, layered soundscape that builds in intensity as the song progresses.
  • Vocals are prominent and soar over the instrumental backdrop, creating a contrast between melody and rhythm.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
8/10

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.

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — 'Giant' continues the successful trajectory post '18 Months', solidifying Harris's reputation.
Career context
Released in January 2019, 'Giant' is a collaboration between Calvin Harris and Rag'n'Bone Man, marking a continuation of Harris's successful trajectory since his breakthrough album '18 Months' in 2012. By this time, Harris had established himself as a leading figure in electronic dance music, consistently delivering chart-topping hits while also exploring deeper emotional themes in his collaborations.
Stylistic neighbors
David Guetta· Zedd· Kygo

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Giant 3:49

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