Ricky Music
Porches · 2020
25 min · 11 tracks
A shimmering blend of lo-fi pop and introspective lyrics that evoke a sense of yearning and emotional complexity.
Top tracks — play these first
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Do U Wanna — This track encapsulates the album's playful yet poignant exploration of desire and connection through catchy melodies and layered instrumentation.
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Madonna — The song features a driving beat paired with introspective lyrics that reveal the complexities of identity and fame, making it a standout moment on the album.
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Lipstick Song — With its vulnerable lyrics about longing and self-expression, this track captures the essence of the album's emotional landscape while maintaining an infectious pop sensibility.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Ricky Music blends upbeat and introspective elements effectively, showcasing strong production and emotional depth.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks that maintain a consistent tempo, while the second half shifts to slower, more introspective pieces.
- Several tracks incorporate layered synths and vocal harmonies, creating a rich texture that enhances the emotional weight of the lyrics.
- The album closes with a track that gradually fades out, leaving an unresolved feeling that echoes its themes of yearning.
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of emotional reflection
- playful yet introspective vibes
- for afternoon daydreaming
- catchy tunes for casual listening
Maybe skip if you
- seeking long, immersive experiences
- prefer songs over short interludes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2020, Ricky Music is Porches' fourth studio album, following the critically acclaimed The House from 2018. At this point in his career, Aaron Maine was solidifying his distinct sound while exploring themes of love, loss, and self-reflection, showcasing a more mature and experimental approach.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Frank Ocean· Washed Out· Tame Impala
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Patience 2:31
- 2 Do U Wanna 2:42
- 3 Lipstick Song 2:57
- 4 PFB 0:33
- 5 I Wanna Ride 2:47
- 6 Madonna 3:13
- 7 I Can’t Even Think 2:50
- 8 Hair 2:06
- 9 Fuck_3 2:44
- 10 Wrote Some Songs 1:16
- 11 rangerover 2:16
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