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Negative

Negative · 1999

33 min · 10 tracks · power pop

Melodic hooks and vibrant energy define this power pop album, blending catchy choruses with introspective lyrics.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Sex — This track exemplifies the band's catchy songwriting and playful approach while addressing themes of desire and attraction, encapsulating the essence of power pop.
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    Vesela (i to je moj svet) — A vibrant anthem celebrating self-expression, its infectious melody showcases Negative’s knack for creating uplifting music that resonates with youth.
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    Uspavanka — The moody undertones of this track highlight a different emotional depth, blending darker themes with melodic sensibilities that contrast with their more upbeat songs.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

43 /100
Lowland
Higher than 2% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong hooks and energy but lacks depth and cohesion in its later tracks.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a brisk tempo, maintaining this pace through the first half before introducing slower songs in the latter part.
  • Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, which enhance the pop sensibility of the music.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

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.

  • Svet tuge

    The lyrics shift from a melancholic reflection on heartache to a moment of realization about personal strength.

    This transition illustrates a journey from despair to empowerment, showcasing a lyrical sophistication that deepens the listener's connection to the themes of the album.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Ja bih te sanjala 3:56
  • 2 Vesela (i to je moj svet) 3:02
  • 3 Oblaci 3:10
  • 4 Svet tuge 3:47
  • 5 Sex 3:48
  • 6 Ti me ne voliš 2:39
  • 7 Vreme je 2:39
  • 8 Laž 4:29
  • 9 Uspavanka 3:29
  • 10 Abrakaduda (barakuda) 2:42

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