I Love You, I'm Trying
32 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock
A raw fusion of alternative rock and political hip-hop, channeling urgency through poignant lyrics and electric soundscapes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Eulogy — This track stands out for its haunting reflection on loss and grief, combining impactful lyrics with a dynamic sonic landscape that encapsulates the album's emotional core.
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I Love You, I’m Trying — As the title track, it encapsulates the album's themes of vulnerability and struggle, showcasing Grandson's ability to connect deeply with listeners through both lyrical honesty and musical intensity.
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Drones — Blending aggressive beats with sharp social commentary, 'Drones' highlights Grandson's signature style while addressing themes of conformity and societal pressures.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines urgent themes with a raw sound, though its pacing and cohesion vary throughout.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a tone of urgency, followed by several tracks that maintain a similar intensity before slowing down in the latter half.
- Many songs feature layered instrumentation, blending electric guitar riffs with hip-hop beats and electronic elements, creating a dense soundscape.
- Lyrically, the album frequently addresses themes of mental health and societal issues, often using direct and confrontational language.
- 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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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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
- whirlwind of emotional intensity
- concise journey with peaks
- confessional lyrics and raw energy
- short bursts of impactful storytelling
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, drawn-out experiences
- seek purely upbeat vibes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2020, I Love You, I'm Trying is Grandson's debut studio album following his EPs that garnered significant attention. At this point in his career, he had established himself as a vital voice in politically charged music, blending genres to reach a wider audience.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Rage Against the Machine· Twenty One Pilots· Linkin Park
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Heather
The verses shift from personal introspection to broader social critique, culminating in a poignant conclusion that names specific struggles without offering ea…
This movement from personal to collective experiences creates a layered narrative that deepens the listener's engagement with the themes presented.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Two Along Their Way 1:06
- 2 Eulogy 2:21
- 3 Something to Hide 1:59
- 4 Drones 2:30
- 5 I Love You, I’m Trying 2:42
- 6 Half My Heart 2:44
- 7 When the Bomb Goes 2:34
- 8 Enough 3:40
- 9 Murderer 4:24
- 10 I Will Be Here When You’re Ready to Wake Up 1:00
- 11 Heather 3:18
- 12 Stuck Here With Me 3:55
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