In Tongues (EP)
Joji · 2017
16 min · 6 tracks · alternative rock
An intimate blend of lo-fi production and haunting vocals that explores themes of love and vulnerability.
Top tracks — play these first
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Will He Start here — This opening track encapsulates the EP's emotional core with its melancholic lyrics and atmospheric soundscape, setting the tone for the entire project.
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Pills — With its catchy melody paired with introspective lyrics about anxiety and escapism, this track showcases Joji's ability to blend pop sensibilities with deeper themes.
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Bitter Fuck — This song stands out for its raw honesty as it delves into heartbreak and regret, underpinned by a minimalist production that allows Joji's voice to shine.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases Joji's unique vocal style and cohesive sound while exploring themes of love and vulnerability.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature a consistent use of minimalist instrumentation, primarily relying on piano and ambient synths to create an intimate atmosphere.
- Joji's vocal delivery often employs a breathy, emotive style that shifts between soft verses and more intense choruses, enhancing the themes of vulnerability.
- The EP closes with an interlude that contrasts sharply with the preceding tracks, providing a moment of reflection before the final piece.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- 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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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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of emotional intensity
- haunting introspection in every track
- front-loaded energetic progression
- for late-night thoughts
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, cohesive albums
- need upbeat party anthems
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This EP marked Joji's transition to music and established his identity in the industry.
- Career context
- In Tongues marked Joji's debut EP, released just after he transitioned from a successful YouTube career to music. At this point, he began to carve out a distinct identity within the alternative R&B genre, showcasing his unique vocal style and emotional depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Smino· Kali Uchis· Frank Ocean
Tracklist
- 1 Will He Start here 3:22
- 2 Pills 3:07
- 3 Demons 2:57
- 4 Window 2:32
- 5 Bitter Fuck 2:34
- 6 worldstar money (interlude) 2:06
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