Is It Selfish If We Talk About Me Again
Kacy Hill · 2020
35 min · 11 tracks
Intimate pop soundscapes blend with reflective lyrics, creating an atmosphere of vulnerability and self-exploration.
Top tracks — play these first
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Much Higher — This track features soaring melodies that mirror the emotional highs and lows of personal reflection, encapsulating the album's theme of self-discovery.
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Everybody’s Mother — In this song, Hill addresses societal expectations with poignant lyrics, making it a standout moment that showcases her lyrical depth and relatability.
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Porsche — The juxtaposition of luxurious imagery against themes of insecurity reveals a clever critique of modern life, highlighting Hill's ability to blend personal storytelling with broader commentary.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines intimate production with personal lyrics, making it a solid entry in alternative pop.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features a consistent use of layered vocal harmonies that create an ethereal quality.
- Several tracks incorporate minimalist instrumentation, allowing the lyrics to take center stage and enhance the emotional impact.
- The album closes with two tracks that gradually lower the tempo, creating a reflective atmosphere as it concludes.
- 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
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- introspective personal reflections
- steady, consistent energy levels
- short, engaging listening sessions
- atmospheric background focus
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time Kacy Hill released this album, she was transitioning from her debut EP, 'BLOOM', which had already established her as a rising pop artist. With 'Is It Selfish If We Talk About Me Again', Hill delves deeper into personal narratives, showcasing her evolution from an emerging talent to a confident songwriter.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Just to Say
A pivotal moment occurs when the writing shifts from introspection to addressing another directly, marking a rare connection amidst the album's solitude.
By breaking the internal dialogue to speak directly to someone else, this moment highlights the tension between longing for connection and the loneliness explored throughout the record.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 To Someone Else 2:59
- 2 Much Higher 3:49
- 3 Just to Say 2:39
- 4 Porsche 3:35
- 5 I Believe in You 3:35
- 6 Everybody’s Mother 3:10
- 7 Told Me 3:41
- 8 Unkind 3:18
- 9 Six 2:52
- 10 Palladium 3:31
- 11 Dinner 2:34
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