What makes King of Anything by Sara Bareilles notable?

The title track, 'King of Anything,' became a commercial success, peaking at number 29 on the Billboard Hot 100 and earning a Grammy nomination for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance. The album received positive critical acclaim for its lyrical depth and musicality, solidifying Bareilles' reputation as a skilled songwriter within the pop genre. Released as Sara Bareilles' second studio album, 'King of Anything' followed her breakthrough debut, 'Little Voice,' which featured the hit 'Love Song.' By this point in her career, Bareilles was establishing herself as a prominent voice in pop and soft rock, using her songwriting to explore themes of self-assertion and personal strength.

How many songs are on King of Anything?

King of Anything has 1 track, running approximately 3 minutes.

King of Anything

Sara Bareilles · 2010

3 min · 1 track · soft rock

A vibrant blend of piano-driven melodies and reflective lyrics that assert independence and self-empowerment.

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King of Anything — This track encapsulates the album's theme of defiance against unsolicited advice, with catchy hooks and an empowering message that resonates with listeners.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The song combines relatable lyrics with a solid melody, though it lacks broader impact.

What we noticed

The song features a steady mid-tempo beat with a prominent piano line that drives the melody.
Lyrically, the song employs conversational phrasing, creating an accessible and relatable narrative.

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

Influence 2/10

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.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This album solidified Bareilles' reputation after her successful debut.
Career context: Released as Sara Bareilles' second studio album, 'King of Anything' followed her breakthrough debut, 'Little Voice,' which featured the hit 'Love Song.' By this point in her career, Bareilles was establishing herself as a prominent voice in pop and soft rock, using her songwriting to explore themes of self-assertion and personal strength.
Stylistic neighbors: Ingrid Michaelson· Norah Jones· Colbie Caillat