One Day at a Time
Kodaline · 2020
35 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock
A reflective blend of indie pop and folk, marked by poignant melodies and heartfelt lyrics that explore themes of connection and resilience.
Top tracks — play these first
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Wherever You Are Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Saving Grace — This track stands out for its uplifting message about finding hope in difficult times, encapsulating the album's overarching theme of perseverance.
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Say Something — The song captures a moment of vulnerability, where the narrator pleads for communication in a relationship, highlighting the emotional core of the album.
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Everyone Changes — This track reflects on the inevitability of change and growth, set against a backdrop of tender instrumentation that aligns perfectly with the album's introspective tone.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features strong melodies and emotional themes but follows familiar indie pop structures.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the fourth track introduces a slower ballad that shifts the album's energy.
- Several songs incorporate layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the emotional weight of the lyrics.
- The final two tracks employ a more reflective tone, with minimal instrumentation that allows the vocals to take center stage.
- 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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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments
- introspective lyrics for -searching
- ideal for quiet evenings
- emotive melodies for deep thinking
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced, energetic tracks
- seek upbeat party anthems
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality with emotional depth, resonating widely during its release.
- Career context
- Released on June 1, 2020, One Day at a Time is Kodaline's third studio album, following their 2018 record Politics of Living. At this point in their career, the band sought to return to their roots with a more stripped-down sound, focusing on personal storytelling amidst the global uncertainty caused by the pandemic.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Script· Snow Patrol· OneRepublic
Tracklist
- 1 Wherever You Are Start here 3:05
- 2 Sometimes 3:48
- 3 Saving Grace 3:50
- 4 Say Something 3:53
- 5 The Evening 4:20
- 6 Spend It With You 3:20
- 7 Care 2:59
- 8 Heart Open 3:28
- 9 Everyone Changes 3:28
- 10 In the End 3:29
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