Top tracks — play these first
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Jupiter Drive — This track stands out for its ethereal production and lyrical exploration of longing and connection, encapsulating the album’s introspective mood.
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Love Me America — A powerful anthem that critiques societal norms while blending catchy hooks with deeper reflections on identity and acceptance, making it emblematic of Loreen's evolving artistry.
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Hate the Way I Love You — The juxtaposition of upbeat instrumentation with vulnerable lyrics reveals a complex emotional landscape, highlighting Loreen’s ability to blend contrasting themes seamlessly.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends energetic tracks with introspective moments, showcasing Loreen's artistic evolution post-Eurovision.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a driving beat in '71 Charger' that sets a high-energy tone, which is maintained through the first half of the record.
- Tracks like 'Hate the Way I Love You' and 'I Go Ego' feature layered synths and vocal harmonies, creating a dense soundscape.
- The pacing shifts significantly in the latter half, particularly with 'Ride', where the tempo slows and introspective lyrics take precedence.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- 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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5/10
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- long, immersive listening sessions
- atmospheric background focus
- dynamic emotional journeys
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When Loreen released Ride in 2017, she was navigating the complexities of her post-Eurovision career, following her victory with 'Euphoria' in 2012. This album marked a departure from mainstream pop into more experimental sounds, showcasing her growth as an artist after a four-year hiatus since her debut album.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Swedish House Mafia· Robyn· Zara Larsson
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Love Me America
The chorus shifts perspectives, addressing America directly while grappling with notions of belonging and acceptance.
This direct address creates an intimate moment that contrasts with the overall broader societal commentary found throughout the song.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 ’71 Charger 4:12
- 2 Dreams 4:40
- 3 Jupiter Drive 5:25
- 4 Fire Blue 4:20
- 5 Hate the Way I Love You 6:38
- 6 I Go Ego 3:30
- 7 Heart on Hold 4:09
- 8 Love Me America 4:29
- 9 Ride 5:11
- 10 ’71 Charger (string) 3:43
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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