Phoenix
Charlotte Cardin · 2021
45 min · 13 tracks · electronic music
A lush blend of bedroom pop and jazz-inflected melodies wrapped in introspective lyrics and electronic textures.
Top tracks — play these first
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Anyone Who Loves Me — This track stands out for its candid exploration of longing and vulnerability, showcasing Cardin's emotive vocal delivery against a backdrop of minimalist production that highlights her lyrical depth.
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Daddy — With its bold and provocative lyrics, 'Daddy' challenges traditional narratives around relationships and power dynamics, making it an audacious centerpiece of the album.
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Good Girl — 'Good Girl' captures the tension between societal expectations and personal desires, blending catchy hooks with reflective storytelling that encapsulates Cardin's artistic vision.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends electronic pop with jazz influences, showcasing strong production and thoughtful songwriting.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks with electronic beats, while the second half shifts to more introspective and slower tempos.
- Several tracks incorporate layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in 'Anyone Who Loves Me' and 'Good Girl'.
- The use of jazz-inflected melodies is prominent in songs like 'Daddy' and 'Oceans', blending smoothly with the electronic production.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- 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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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
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whether it sounds like itself
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intimate storytelling moments
- emotional vocal performances
- reflective late-night listening
- steady, engaging rhythms
- dynamic lyrical exploration
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on April 23, 2021, Phoenix is Charlotte Cardin's debut studio album following her successful EP, Main Girl, which established her as a significant voice in pop. At this point in her career, she was transitioning from an emerging artist to a prominent figure in the Canadian music scene, showcasing her versatility across genres.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Clairo· Lana Del Rey· Sufjan Stevens
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Phoenix 3:47
- 2 Passive Aggressive 3:09
- 3 Anyone Who Loves Me 3:56
- 4 Meaningless 3:37
- 5 Daddy 2:50
- 6 Sex to Me 3:36
- 7 Good Girl 2:38
- 8 Sad Girl 3:15
- 9 XOXO 3:46
- 10 Oceans 3:28
- 11 Sun Goes Down (Buddy) 3:38
- 12 Romeo 3:44
- 13 Je quitte 4:16
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