What makes I'm Too Sensitive for This Shit by Hayley Kiyoko notable?

The album received critical acclaim for its honest portrayal of emotional struggles and LGBTQ+ experiences, with notable reviews from outlets like Rolling Stone and Billboard. It debuted at number 23 on the Billboard 200 chart, solidifying Kiyoko's place in contemporary pop music. Released on January 14, 2020, I'm Too Sensitive for This Shit is Hayley Kiyoko's debut full-length album following a series of successful EPs. By this time, she had gained significant recognition in the LGBTQ+ community and mainstream pop culture, particularly after her breakout single 'Curious' in 2018.

Who is I'm Too Sensitive for This Shit for?

I'm Too Sensitive for This Shit works well if you're into brief bursts of emotional energy, infectious hooks for sing-alongs and candid vulnerability in short tracks.

How many songs are on I'm Too Sensitive for This Shit?

I'm Too Sensitive for This Shit has 5 tracks, running approximately 14 minutes.

I'm Too Sensitive for This Shit

Hayley Kiyoko · 2020

14 min · 5 tracks · pop music

A vibrant blend of pop melodies and candid lyrics exploring vulnerability and self-acceptance.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Demons — The opening track sets the tone with its raw exploration of inner turmoil, combining catchy hooks with heartfelt lyrics that resonate with listeners navigating their own fears.
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L.O.V.E. Me — This track showcases Kiyoko's signature playful yet poignant style, addressing the complexities of love and self-worth through an infectious pop lens.
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Runaway — With its driving beat and empowering message about escaping toxic relationships, this song encapsulates the album's themes of resilience and personal growth.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

51 /100

Foothills

Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

The EP showcases strong melodies and emotional lyrics, with effective pacing and vocal arrangements.

What we noticed

The first track opens with a slow tempo and builds to a more upbeat feel by the third track, creating a dynamic shift in energy.
Each song features layered vocal harmonies that enhance the emotional impact of the lyrics.
The EP closes with a more introspective tone, as the final track shifts back to a slower pace, providing a reflective conclusion.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

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

brief bursts of emotional energy
infectious hooks for sing-alongs
candid vulnerability in short tracks
for quick mood lifts

Maybe skip if you

prefer long, meditative experiences
dislike upbeat, punchy tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on January 14, 2020, I'm Too Sensitive for This Shit is Hayley Kiyoko's debut full-length album following a series of successful EPs. By this time, she had gained significant recognition in the LGBTQ+ community and mainstream pop culture, particularly after her breakout single 'Curious' in 2018.
Stylistic neighbors: Tove Lo· Charli XCX· Dua Lipa