Top tracks — play these first
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Mona Lisa — The opening track sets the tone with its whimsical melody and reflective lyrics about self-identity, encapsulating the album's overall theme of personal discovery.
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Sad Disco — This song juxtaposes upbeat instrumentals with themes of sadness, illustrating the tension between external appearances and internal feelings, which is central to the album's narrative.
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Growing Pains — In this track, Mxmtoon candidly addresses the challenges of maturation through vivid imagery and relatable experiences, making it a standout representation of her artistic voice.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively blends introspective lyrics with varied tempos, creating a cohesive yet emotionally complex experience.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks establish a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the fourth introduces a more upbeat rhythm that contrasts with the preceding songs.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in 'Florida' and 'Haze'.
- The album closes with 'Coming of Age', which shifts to a more reflective tone, leaving the listener with an unresolved emotional weight.
- 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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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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intimate melodies for self-reflection
- short tracks for quick listens
- candid lyrics about young adulthood
- nostalgic vibes with playful energy
- catchy tunes for carefree moments
Maybe skip if you
- seeking long, sprawling compositions
- prefer heavy, complex arrangements
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Rising marks Mxmtoon's sophomore album, following her debut, The Masquerade, released in 2020. By this point, she had established herself as a prominent voice in the bedroom pop scene, garnering attention for her authentic storytelling and relatable themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Clairo· Olivia Rodrigo· Beabadoobee
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Mona Lisa 3:10
- 2 Learn to Love You 2:12
- 3 Victim of Nostalgia 2:36
- 4 Sad Disco 3:03
- 5 Frown 2:19
- 6 Florida 2:47
- 7 Scales 2:39
- 8 Growing Pains 2:42
- 9 Dizzy 2:54
- 10 Haze 3:11
- 11 Dance (End of the World) 2:38
- 12 Coming of Age 2:38
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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