Homosexual
Darren Hayes · 2022
77 min · 13 tracks · pop music
An exploration of love and identity through lush synth textures and introspective pop melodies.
Top tracks — play these first
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Let’s Try Being in Love Start here — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its catchy hooks and earnest lyrics about navigating romantic vulnerability.
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Poison Blood — A standout track, it encapsulates the emotional weight of past traumas intertwined with love, showcasing Hayes's lyrical depth and vocal power.
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Homosexual (Act One) — Serving as a centerpiece of the album, this track boldly articulates themes of identity and acceptance, blending poignant storytelling with vibrant production.
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Euphoric Equation — This track combines infectious energy with a reflective narrative, illustrating the complexity of love and attraction in modern life.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's lush production and thematic depth create a compelling exploration of love and identity.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of lush synth textures that create an atmospheric backdrop for the introspective lyrics.
- Tracks like 'Homosexual (Act One)' and 'Homosexual (Act Two)' serve as thematic bookends, framing the exploration of identity throughout the record.
- Several songs employ a slow build in dynamics, culminating in emotionally charged choruses that emphasize the lyrical themes.
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- introspective exploration of identity
- vibrant sound for late nights
- thoughtful lyrics for deep reflection
- engaging narrative across two halves
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- skip if seeking standalone singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows continued artistic evolution and relevance after a lengthy hiatus.
- Themes
- personal reflection· modern love complexities· queer identity exploration
- Career context
- Released on October 7, 2022, 'Homosexual' marks Darren Hayes' return after a lengthy hiatus since his last solo album in 2011. This project showcases Hayes's evolution as an artist, embracing deeper themes of sexuality and personal reflection while experimenting with contemporary pop sounds.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Robbie Williams· Erasure· Pet Shop Boys
Tracklist
- 1 Let’s Try Being in Love Start here 5:33
- 2 Do You Remember? 5:43
- 3 A Little Death 5:01
- 4 Poison Blood 4:02
- 5 Hey Matt 9:18
- 6 Homosexual (Act One) 6:44
- 7 Music Video 5:59
- 8 Euphoric Equation 4:07
- 9 Nocturnal Animal 4:48
- 10 Feels Like It’s Over 5:54
- 11 All You Pretty Things 8:17
- 12 We Are Alchemists 5:35
- 13 Homosexual (Act Two) 6:41
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Bloom
Troye Sivan
Explores queer identity and love with lush synths and introspective lyrics, similar emotional depth.
Love Goes
Sam Smith
Shares themes of modern love complexities with rich pop production and heartfelt vulnerability.
Palo Santo
Years & Years
Combines personal reflection on identity with vibrant synth-pop sounds, creating an atmospheric experience.
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