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Miracle — The title track serves as an anthem of hope and longing, showcasing the duo's signature lush instrumentation paired with deeply resonant lyrics about love and aspiration.
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Miracle (live at WDR2) — This live version captures the raw energy of Hurts’ performance style, demonstrating their ability to translate studio polish into an engaging live experience, enhancing the emotional weight of the song.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The single combines polished production with emotive vocals but lacks depth for lasting engagement.
What we noticed
- The track features a steady mid-tempo beat with layered synths that create a lush backdrop for the vocals.
- The vocal delivery is emotive, with a clear emphasis on longing and hope throughout the song.
- The live version included as a bonus track showcases a stripped-down arrangement, highlighting the vocal performance.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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4/10
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.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — 'Miracle' followed their debut and solidified their presence in the synth-pop genre.
- Themes
- synth-driven yearning· neon-lit hope
- Career context
- Released on January 11, 2013, 'Miracle' was Hurts' first single following their critically acclaimed debut album, 'Happiness', which had established them as a prominent act in the synth-pop genre. This period marked their attempt to solidify their sound and broaden their audience after a successful breakthrough.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The 1975· Chvrches· Empire of the Sun
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Miracle
The transition in the bridge shifts from reflective longing to a powerful declaration of hope, elevating the emotional stakes.
This moment marks a pivotal turn in the song’s narrative, transforming personal introspection into an outward call for optimism, emphasizing vulnerability while inviting listeners to share in that hope.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Miracle 3:46
- 2 Miracle (live at WDR2) 3:48
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
The Bones of What You Believe
Chvrches
Shares a polished synth-pop sound with emotive vocals and themes of yearning.
Hurry Up, We're Dreaming
M83
Combines lush synths and anthemic melodies, evoking a sense of nostalgia and hope.
Walking on a Dream
Empire of the Sun
Features bright synths and dreamy atmospheres that encapsulate a feeling of escapism and optimism.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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