I Quit
Haim · 2025
53 min · 15 tracks · contemporary R&B
A blend of contemporary R&B grooves and soft rock melodies, laced with introspective lyrics and vibrant harmonies.
Top tracks — play these first
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Gone — The opening track sets a reflective tone with its poignant exploration of loss, encapsulating the album's overarching themes of vulnerability and resilience.
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Everybody’s trying to figure me out — This song features an infectious chorus that balances upbeat instrumentals with introspective lyrics, highlighting the tension between public perception and personal identity.
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Love you right — With its catchy melody and layered harmonies, this track represents Haim's ability to fuse emotional storytelling with accessible pop sensibilities, making it a standout moment on the album.
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Cry — This emotionally charged ballad showcases the band's vocal prowess and lyrical sincerity, offering listeners a raw glimpse into personal struggles and emotional catharsis.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends R&B grooves with soft rock elements, showcasing strong harmonies and lyrical depth.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks that maintain a consistent groove, while the second half shifts to slower tempos and more introspective themes.
- Several songs incorporate layered harmonies that build gradually, creating a rich vocal texture throughout the record.
- The lyrics often explore personal relationships and emotional struggles, with recurring motifs that tie the songs together.
- 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
- steady pacing for reflective moments
- infectious melodies for sing-alongs
- emotional honesty in every track
- consistent flow with gradual resolution
- for late-night introspection
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- need high-energy party anthems
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on June 20, 2025, I Quit is Haim's fourth studio album, following the critically acclaimed Women in Music Pt. III from 2020. This album marks a significant evolution in their sound as they explore deeper emotional themes and production techniques while maintaining their signature harmonious style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chvrches· First Aid Kit· Muna
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Down to be wrong
The bridge introduces a shift in perspective where the singer reflects on acceptance and personal growth amidst uncertainty.
This structural turn emphasizes a move from self-doubt to empowerment, encapsulating the album's journey toward self-acceptance.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Gone 4:19
- 2 All over me 3:22
- 3 Relationships 3:22
- 4 Down to be wrong 4:09
- 5 Take me back 3:45
- 6 Love you right 3:36
- 7 The farm 3:54
- 8 Lucky stars 3:18
- 9 Million years 3:42
- 10 Everybody’s trying to figure me out 3:53
- 11 Try to feel my pain 2:31
- 12 Spinning 2:54
- 13 Cry 3:30
- 14 Blood on the street 2:58
- 15 Now it’s time 3:42
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