Life Will See You Now
Jens Lekman · 2017
41 min · 10 tracks · indie pop
A tapestry of whimsical melodies intertwining with introspective lyrics, capturing the essence of life's fleeting moments.
Top tracks — play these first
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To Know Your Mission — Opening the album, this track sets the tone with its reflective lyrics and infectious rhythm, encapsulating the quest for self-discovery that defines the record.
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What’s That Perfume That You Wear? — This track stands out with its playful yet poignant observations about love and attraction, showcasing Lekman's unique ability to blend humor with depth.
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How We Met, the Long Version — In this narrative-driven song, Lekman crafts a detailed account of a relationship's beginning, illustrating his skill in storytelling through music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends whimsical melodies with introspective lyrics, showcasing strong craftsmanship and engaging storytelling.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a brisk tempo in 'To Know Your Mission', then shifts to more reflective tracks like 'Evening Prayer' and 'Our First Fight'.
- Several songs feature layered instrumentation, with strings and horns complementing Lekman's vocals, creating a rich soundscape.
- The lyrics often employ storytelling techniques, with vivid imagery and personal anecdotes that invite listener engagement.
- The final track, 'Dandelion Seed', concludes the album on a softer note, contrasting with the more upbeat earlier songs.
- 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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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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
- whimsical storytelling with charm
- introspective moments for reflection
- easygoing tunes for casual listening
- playful melodies for sunny days
- narrative threads that intertwine
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer straightforward, fast-paced music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time Jens Lekman released Life Will See You Now in 2017, he had established himself as a notable figure in indie pop, following his acclaimed 2012 album, I Know What Love Isn't. This album continued his exploration of personal narratives and romantic themes, showcasing his signature storytelling style while reflecting on changes in his life since his previous work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sufjan Stevens· Andrew Bird· The Magnetic Fields
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 To Know Your Mission 4:56
- 2 Evening Prayer 4:15
- 3 Hotwire the Ferris Wheel 4:13
- 4 What’s That Perfume That You Wear? 3:30
- 5 Our First Fight 2:40
- 6 Wedding in Finistère 3:24
- 7 How We Met, the Long Version 4:16
- 8 How Can I Tell Him 3:56
- 9 Postcard #17 4:21
- 10 Dandelion Seed 5:36
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