Top tracks — play these first
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I’ll Kill Her — This track stands out with its darkly comic narrative about heartbreak and revenge, encapsulating Soko's unique blend of humor and emotional depth.
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Shitty Day — With its catchy chorus and relatable themes of frustration, this song showcases Soko's ability to weave personal experiences into infectious pop hooks.
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The Dandy Cowboys — Opening the album, this track introduces listeners to Soko's whimsical storytelling style and sets the tone for the playful yet poignant nature of the record.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Soko's debut showcases eclectic songwriting and unique arrangements, establishing her distinct voice in pop music.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a playful, upbeat track that sets a quirky tone, followed by a more introspective piece that shifts the mood.
- Each song features a distinct arrangement, often incorporating unconventional instrumentation and unexpected tempo changes.
- The lyrics blend humor and melancholy, with several tracks featuring conversational delivery that enhances their candidness.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- 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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Dandy Cowboys 3:52
- 2 Shitty Day 2:30
- 3 I’ll Kill Her 3:52
- 4 Take My Heart 2:59
- 5 It’s Raining Outside 2:44
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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