What makes Let It Sway by Someone Still Loves You Boris Yeltsin notable?

Let It Sway was well-received by critics and marked an important moment for the band as they continued to build their fanbase. The album's lead single, Sink/Let It Sway, gained attention for its catchy melody and relatable themes, helping the band secure spots on several festival lineups, increasing their visibility within the indie music scene. Released on August 17, 2010, Let It Sway is Someone Still Loves You Boris Yeltsin's third studio album, following the acclaimed Pershing from 2008. At this point in their career, the band had begun to refine their sound while broadening their lyrical themes, navigating the complexities of adulthood amidst a backdrop of indie pop charm.

How many songs are on Let It Sway?

Let It Sway has 15 tracks, running approximately 52 minutes.

Let It Sway

Someone Still Loves You Boris Yeltsin · 2010

52 min · 15 tracks · indie pop

A vibrant blend of jangly guitars and introspective lyrics captures the essence of youthful disillusionment and hope.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Sink/Let It Sway — This track stands out for its infectious chorus and relatable exploration of navigating emotional complexities, making it a defining anthem for young adults.
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My Terrible Personality — The song cleverly plays with self-deprecation while maintaining an upbeat tempo, encapsulating the tension between vulnerability and resilience prevalent in the album.
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Banned (by the Man) — This track addresses themes of political frustration with a catchy hook, showcasing the band's ability to weave socio-political commentary into their pop sensibilities.

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 album balances catchy melodies with introspective lyrics but lacks strong cohesion in its pacing.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features upbeat tracks that maintain a consistent tempo, while the second half introduces slower, more reflective songs.
Several tracks utilize layered guitar melodies that create a rich, jangly texture, particularly evident in 'Sink/Let It Sway' and 'Banned (by the Man)'.
The lyrics often employ conversational phrasing, with recurring themes of disillusionment and hope that resonate throughout multiple tracks.

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

Influence 3/10

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.