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Monkey Me

Mylène Farmer · 2013

3 min · 1 track · pop music

A haunting blend of dark pop and ethereal soundscapes, merging introspective lyrics with pulsating electronic beats.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Monkey Me (Édit radio) — As the title track, it encapsulates the album's themes of identity and transformation through its alluring production and introspective lyrics.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

59 /100
Treeline
Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album blends dark pop with introspective themes, showcasing strong production and varied pacing.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a strong lead single that sets a moody tone, followed by tracks that alternate between upbeat and introspective.
  • Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies and atmospheric production, creating an ethereal soundscape.
  • The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, providing a reflective conclusion to the album.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Monkey Me (Édit radio)

    The moment shifts from a metaphorical exploration of self to a direct confrontation with personal fears and desires.

    This transition emphasizes the complexity of self-reflection, moving from abstract thoughts to a tangible sense of urgency and vulnerability.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Monkey Me (Édit radio) 3:50

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