Rated PG
Peter Gabriel · 2019
49 min · 10 tracks · new wave
A lush tapestry of melodic pop, worldbeat rhythms, and heartfelt lyrics woven into a cinematic listening experience.
Top tracks — play these first
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That’ll Do Start here — This track captures a poignant simplicity that highlights Gabriel's songwriting prowess, celebrating the beauty of companionship through a gentle melody.
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The Book of Love — Originally featured in the film Shall We Dance?, this rendition showcases Gabriel's emotive vocal delivery, transforming the song into a tender reflection on love's complexities.
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Down to Earth — With its vibrant instrumentation and uplifting message, this track serves as an anthem for connection and optimism, illustrating Gabriel's knack for blending meaningful lyrics with engaging arrangements.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively reinterprets film score material with strong arrangements but lacks broader cultural resonance.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate worldbeat rhythms, blending traditional instruments with modern pop elements.
- 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
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- reflective moments of emotional depth
- steady pacing with engaging flow
- soothing background for quiet tasks
- thoughtful listening during introspection
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, high-energy tracks
- seek instant gratification in music
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Marks Gabriel's return after a long hiatus, showcasing his enduring appeal.
- Themes
- cinematic love stories· human connection· poignant companionship
- Career context
- Released in 2019, Rated PG features reimagined tracks from Peter Gabriel's film scores, marking a return to the music scene after a lengthy hiatus since his last studio album, Scratch My Back in 2010. This album showcases Gabriel's ability to merge his art-rock roots with contemporary sounds while revisiting themes of love and humanity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David Bowie· Brian Eno· Kate Bush
Tracklist
- 1 That’ll Do Start here 3:55
- 2 Down to Earth 5:58
- 3 This Is Party Man 6:36
- 4 The Book of Love 3:38
- 5 Taboo 5:47
- 6 Everybird 4:24
- 7 Walk Through the Fire 4:03
- 8 Speak (Bol) 6:33
- 9 Nocturnal 3:47
- 10 In Your Eyes 5:08
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Heathen
David Bowie
Shares a cinematic scope and emotional depth, blending art rock with contemporary textures.
22, A Million
Bon Iver
Combines lush soundscapes and introspective lyrics, exploring themes of love and connection in a modern way.
Aerial
Kate Bush
Offers a rich, atmospheric experience with vivid storytelling and intricate arrangements that evoke human emotions.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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