Is Remind Me Tomorrow a good place to start with Sharon Van Etten?

Yes, Remind Me Tomorrow is recommended as a starting point for new Sharon Van Etten listeners. A rich tapestry of introspective lyrics woven with atmospheric pop and folk influences, creating an intimate yet expansive listening experience. When 'Remind Me Tomorrow' was released in January 2019, Sharon Van Etten was transitioning from a dedicated indie folk artist to a more mainstream pop presence. This album marked her first release since her return from a hiatus, following the critically acclaimed 'Are We There' in 2014, showcasing her evolution both musically and personally.

Who is Remind Me Tomorrow for?

Remind Me Tomorrow works well if you're into steady pacing for reflective moments, intimate lyrics on self-discovery and haunting melodies for quiet evenings.

How many songs are on Remind Me Tomorrow?

Remind Me Tomorrow has 10 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.

Remind Me Tomorrow

Sharon Van Etten · 2019

41 min · 10 tracks · pop music

A rich tapestry of introspective lyrics woven with atmospheric pop and folk influences, creating an intimate yet expansive listening experience.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Seventeen — This track captures the nostalgia of youth through vivid storytelling and a driving rhythm, resonating with listeners who reflect on their formative years.
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Comeback Kid — The song's upbeat tempo and empowering lyrics create a sense of resilience, representing Van Etten's personal journey back to music after her hiatus.
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I Told You Everything Start here — Opening the album, this track sets an intimate tone with its confessional lyrics, revealing layers of vulnerability that permeate the entire record.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

63 /100

Treeline

Higher than 74% of albums we've rated

The album blends introspective lyrics with atmospheric production, showcasing a transition to a more mainstream sound.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and dynamics.
Several tracks incorporate layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in 'Seventeen' and 'Malibu'.
The use of atmospheric synths alongside traditional instrumentation gives the album a contemporary pop sound while retaining folk elements.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 7/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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

steady pacing for reflective moments
intimate lyrics on self-discovery
haunting melodies for quiet evenings
consistent emotional journey throughout
for solo listening sessions

Maybe skip if you

seek instant gratification
prefer upbeat party tracks

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This album marked her transition to a more mainstream pop presence.
Themes: nostalgic youth· personal resilience· intimate confessions
Career context: When 'Remind Me Tomorrow' was released in January 2019, Sharon Van Etten was transitioning from a dedicated indie folk artist to a more mainstream pop presence. This album marked her first release since her return from a hiatus, following the critically acclaimed 'Are We There' in 2014, showcasing her evolution both musically and personally.
Stylistic neighbors: Julien Baker· Phoebe Bridgers· Lucy Dacus