Top tracks — play these first
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If the World Was Ending — This track became a cultural touchstone during the pandemic, capturing feelings of uncertainty while showcasing Saxe's lyrical prowess and emotional delivery.
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Sad Corny Fuck — With its candid exploration of vulnerability in relationships, this track exemplifies Saxe's ability to blend humor and heartache seamlessly.
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Hold It Together — 'Hold It Together' serves as the album's emotional core, addressing themes of resilience and support in challenging times through a relatable narrative.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases strong songwriting and emotional depth, though it remains within familiar pop structures.
What we noticed
- The first track opens with a soft piano melody that sets an intimate tone, which is maintained throughout the EP.
- Each song features layered vocal harmonies, often building to a climax in the chorus before returning to a more subdued verse.
- The lyrics consistently explore themes of vulnerability and emotional connection, with several tracks featuring conversational phrasing.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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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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
- intimate reflections on vulnerability
- short bursts of emotional honesty
- for quiet moments
- heartfelt melodies for personal growth
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of extended epics
- prefer upbeat party anthems
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on February 7, 2020, 'Hold It Together' marked JP Saxe's debut studio album following his viral success with the single 'If the World Was Ending'. At this point in his career, Saxe was transitioning from an emerging songwriter to a recognized pop artist, expanding his narrative depth and musical style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ed Sheeran· Lewis Capaldi· Sam Smith
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 25 in Barcelona 3:13
- 2 If the World Was Ending 3:31
- 3 Sad Corny Fuck 3:40
- 4 3 Minutes 3:31
- 5 Explain You 3:18
- 6 Hold It Together 3:39
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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