No Matter How Far
David Archuleta · 2013
37 min · 10 tracks · pop music
A heartfelt blend of pop melodies and reflective lyrics that explore themes of love and self-discovery.
Top tracks — play these first
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Nothing Else Better to Do Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Forevermore — This track stands out with its lush orchestration and emotional delivery, highlighting Archuleta's vocal prowess and the album's overarching theme of enduring love.
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Love Don’t Hate — With an upbeat tempo and empowering message, this song captures the spirit of positivity that threads throughout the album, making it a catchy anthem for fans.
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Everything and More — The introspective lyrics paired with a melodic hook make this track a poignant reflection on personal growth, showcasing Archuleta’s ability to connect deeply with listeners.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid songwriting and production but remains within familiar pop territory.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a mid-tempo track that sets a reflective tone, followed by a gradual build in energy through the first half.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the emotional impact of the lyrics.
- The last three tracks slow down significantly, creating a contemplative atmosphere as the album concludes.
- 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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5/10
- 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
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo listening experience
- emotive sing-alongs with friends
- introspective moments of reflection
- heartfelt expressions of longing
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced tracks
- seek experimental soundscapes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Marks a significant return post-hiatus, showcasing artistic growth and maturity.
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2013, 'No Matter How Far' was David Archuleta's first album after his hiatus for missionary service. This period marked a significant transition in his career as he sought to redefine his musical identity while reconnecting with his audience post-'American Idol'.
- Stylistic neighbors
- James TW· Ed Sheeran· Shawn Mendes
Tracklist
- 1 Nothing Else Better to Do Start here 3:25
- 2 Everything and More 3:53
- 3 Don’t Run Away 3:37
- 4 Tell Me 3:47
- 5 Love Don’t Hate 3:14
- 6 Wait 3:11
- 7 Heart Falls Out 3:37
- 8 Notice Me 3:44
- 9 I’ll Never Go 4:14
- 10 Forevermore 4:45
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