Give or Take
Giveon · 2022
44 min · 15 tracks · contemporary R&B
A smooth blend of emotional storytelling and lush melodies, anchored by Giveon's distinctive baritone vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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Scarred — This track encapsulates the album's thematic exploration of vulnerability and emotional pain, with Giveon's rich voice conveying a sense of longing and regret.
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Make You Mine — A highlight for its romantic undertones, this song showcases Giveon's ability to weave personal narratives with universal feelings of desire and connection.
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For Tonight — With its poignant lyrics about fleeting moments, this track stands out for its intimate production and captures the essence of living in the present amidst uncertainty.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and production, creating a cohesive sound that highlights Giveon's vocal strengths.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features a consistent mid-tempo groove, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and emotional dynamics.
- Several tracks incorporate spoken word interludes that provide context to the themes explored in the songs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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 emotional exploration throughout
- intimate themes of love unfolding
- for reflective evenings
- soulful vocals for quiet moments
- short tracks for focused listening
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy party vibes
- prefer standalone tracks only
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Giveon released 'Give or Take' as his debut studio album following the success of his EP 'When It's All Said and Done' in 2021. This album marked a significant milestone in his career, showcasing his growth as an artist and solidifying his presence in contemporary R&B. With this release, he aimed to explore deeper themes of love and heartbreak.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Brent Faiyaz· Saba· Lucky Daye
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Unholy Matrimony
The narrative shifts from hope to acceptance, revealing a stark confrontation with reality after a tumultuous relationship.
This pivot in tone underscores the complexity of love and loss, marking a departure from idealization to a more grounded understanding.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Let Me Go 2:56
- 2 Scarred 2:58
- 3 Dec 11th 1:13
- 4 This Will Do 2:55
- 5 Get to You 3:25
- 6 Tryna Be 2:50
- 7 Make You Mine 3:20
- 8 July 16th 1:15
- 9 For Tonight 3:13
- 10 Lost Me 3:00
- 11 Lie Again 3:03
- 12 Another Heartbreak 4:09
- 13 At Least We Tried 3:32
- 14 Remind Me 3:24
- 15 Unholy Matrimony 3:20
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