Released 10 years ago
My Woman
Angel Olsen · 2016
47 min · 10 tracks · pop rock
A haunting blend of introspective folk and bold pop, layered with rich instrumentation and Olsen's evocative vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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Shut Up Kiss Me — This track encapsulates the album's blend of vulnerability and assertiveness, with driving rhythms and an infectious chorus that showcases Olsen's vocal range.
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Never Be Mine — With its poignant lyrics and lush instrumentation, this song reflects a deep sense of yearning, making it a standout moment that captures the emotional core of the album.
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Woman — The title track serves as an anthem for self-empowerment, featuring bold declarations and rich harmonies that exemplify Olsen's artistic growth and confidence.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and varied instrumentation, though its pacing dips in the latter half.
What we noticed
- Olsen's vocal delivery varies from soft and haunting to powerful and commanding, often within the same song.
- 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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8/10
- 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
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like emotional undulations
- introspective moments of reflection
- dynamic peaks and valleys
- late-night contemplative listening
- heartfelt connections through storytelling
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer standalone singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'My Woman' was released in 2016, Angel Olsen had already gained recognition for her previous album, 'Burn Your Fire for No Witness' (2014). This third studio album marked a significant evolution in her sound, showcasing a confident shift towards more expansive pop arrangements while maintaining her signature lyrical depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sharon Van Etten· Julien Baker· Phoebe Bridgers
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intern 2:45
- 2 Never Be Mine 3:39
- 3 Shut Up Kiss Me 3:21
- 4 Give It Up 2:54
- 5 Not Gonna Kill You 4:55
- 6 Heart Shaped Face 5:31
- 7 Sister 7:44
- 8 Those Were the Days 4:16
- 9 Woman 7:32
- 10 Pops 4:41
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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