Lola
The Kinks · 1971
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The storytelling in 'Lola' stands out, supported by strong melodies and distinct instrumentation.
What we noticed
- The title track 'Lola' features a narrative structure that unfolds over several verses, detailing a story rather than adhering to a traditional verse-chorus format.
- The second track, 'Berkeley Mews', shifts to a more reflective tone with softer instrumentation and a slower tempo, providing contrast to the energetic opener.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- 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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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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.
Tracklist
Reference: MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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