Top tracks — play these first
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Crying in Public — This track encapsulates the vulnerability and raw emotion present throughout the album, combining poignant lyrics with a haunting melody to explore themes of heartbreak.
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Resentment — Here, Diaz confronts complex feelings in relationships through sharp lyrics and a driving rhythm that highlight the album's exploration of emotional turmoil.
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History of a Feeling — The title track serves as a culmination of the album's themes, blending reflective lyrics with an engaging hook that resonates with listeners' own experiences.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines introspective lyrics with varied arrangements, showcasing Diaz's growth as an artist.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks build intensity with driving rhythms and layered instrumentation, while the fourth track shifts to a more subdued arrangement featuring solo piano.
- Several tracks feature a call-and-response vocal style, allowing for dynamic interplay between the lead vocals and harmonies.
- The album closes with two tracks that gradually lower the tempo, creating a reflective atmosphere that contrasts with the earlier energy.
- 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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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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
- intimate storytelling through emotion
- cathartic moments of vulnerability
- short tracks for quick reflections
- evening wind-down with friends
- emotional honesty in every line
Maybe skip if you
- seeking upbeat dance anthems
- prefer long, sprawling epics
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on August 27, 2021, History of a Feeling marked Madi Diaz's first album since signing with ANTI- Records, following her previous work as an independent artist. This album represents a pivotal moment in her career where she transitioned into a more reflective and personal songwriting style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Phoebe Bridgers· Lucy Dacus· Julien Baker
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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New Person, Old Place
The narrative shifts from nostalgia to confrontation as the singer reflects on past relationships within familiar settings.
This transition illustrates the tension between memory and reality, emphasizing how places can evoke deep emotional responses tied to personal history.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Rage 1:49
- 2 Man in Me 4:48
- 3 Crying in Public 4:00
- 4 Resentment 2:53
- 5 Think of Me 3:30
- 6 Woman in My Heart 2:59
- 7 Nervous 2:46
- 8 Forever 4:38
- 9 History of a Feeling 3:19
- 10 New Person, Old Place 4:06
- 11 Do It Now 3:27
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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