Please Don't Be Dead
Fantastic Negrito · 2018
38 min · 11 tracks · blues
A gritty fusion of blues and R&B rich with social commentary and emotional storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
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A Letter to Fear — This track stands out with its introspective lyrics that confront the concept of fear directly, offering both a personal and universal perspective on overcoming adversity.
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Transgender Biscuits — Here, Negrito addresses themes of acceptance and identity in a playful yet poignant manner, blending humor with a serious message about inclusivity.
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Bullshit Anthem — This song serves as a powerful critique of societal norms and expectations, showcasing Negrito's knack for combining sharp lyrics with infectious melodies that demand attention.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends personal narratives with social commentary, showcasing strong songwriting and varied instrumentation.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a punchy, upbeat track that contrasts sharply with the more somber themes explored in later songs.
- Several tracks feature a call-and-response vocal style, enhancing the communal feel of the storytelling.
- The instrumentation varies from stripped-down acoustic arrangements to fuller, electric blues sounds, creating dynamic shifts throughout the record.
- Lyrical content often addresses social issues directly, with some songs incorporating spoken word elements that break up the musical flow.
- 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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8/10
- 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
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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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A Letter to Fear
The narrative shifts from acknowledging fear's presence to asserting control over it marks a pivotal turn in the song.
This deliberate transition emphasizes empowerment, contrasting earlier reflections on vulnerability with a strong declaration of resilience.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Plastic Hamburgers 3:37
- 2 Bad Guy Necessity 3:58
- 3 A Letter to Fear 4:04
- 4 A Boy Named Andrew 4:22
- 5 Transgender Biscuits 3:02
- 6 The Suit That Won't Come Off 4:00
- 7 A Cold November Street 3:51
- 8 The Duffler 3:39
- 9 Dark Windows 3:40
- 10 Never Give Up 1:06
- 11 Bullshit Anthem 3:15
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