Top tracks — play these first
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Falling Start here — This opening track sets the tone with its haunting melodies and reflective lyrics about vulnerability in relationships, establishing Yuna's emotive style.
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Mountains — The song features powerful imagery and an uplifting message, blending Yuna's soft vocals with rich instrumentation that underscores themes of perseverance.
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I Want You Back — This track showcases a more upbeat sound while exploring themes of longing and nostalgia, demonstrating Yuna's versatility as an artist.
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Come Back — With its minimalist arrangement and poignant lyrics about loss, this track highlights Yuna's ability to convey deep emotion through simplicity.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends folk rock with pop and R&B influences, showcasing Yuna's evolving sound but lacks strong cohesion.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features tracks that build on mid-tempo rhythms, while the second half introduces slower, more reflective pieces.
- Several songs incorporate layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in 'Mountains' and 'Lovely Intermission'.
- The use of electronic elements is prominent in tracks like 'Lights and Camera', contrasting with acoustic instrumentation in others.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for reflection
- serene soundscape for introspection
- dreamy melodies for late nights
- emotional resonance in quiet moments
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer upbeat party vibes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Solidified Yuna's reputation and marked her rise in the international music scene.
- Career context
- Released in 2013, Nocturnal was Yuna's second studio album, following her self-titled debut. At this point in her career, she was beginning to establish her presence in the international music scene after gaining recognition for her unique blend of folk and R&B.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lianne La Havas· Nina Nesbitt· Jorja Smith
Tracklist
- 1 Falling Start here 4:06
- 2 Mountains 4:11
- 3 Rescue 3:46
- 4 Lights and Camera 3:34
- 5 Lovely Intermission 3:55
- 6 Someone Who Can 3:47
- 7 I Want You Back 3:32
- 8 Come Back 3:27
- 9 Colors 3:39
- 10 I Wanna Go 3:42
- 11 Escape 3:50
If this landed
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LP1
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Combines ethereal soundscapes with deeply personal themes, creating a hauntingly beautiful experience.
Carrie & Lowell
Sufjan Stevens
Explores themes of memory and loss with delicate melodies and an intimate, reflective atmosphere.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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