Salvation (Gabrielle Aplin song)
Gabrielle Aplin · 2014
4 min · 1 track · traditional folk music
Ethereal melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a serene landscape of folk-infused pop that resonates deeply.
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Salvation — The title track encapsulates Aplin's signature style, merging heartfelt vulnerability with lush instrumentation that highlights her vocal prowess.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The song combines strong lyrical imagery with a cohesive structure, making it resonate well within its genre.
What we noticed
- The song features a delicate piano arrangement that supports Aplin's ethereal vocal delivery throughout.
- The structure is built around a repeating chorus that contrasts with more narrative-driven verses, creating a sense of tension and release.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
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.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This single marked a significant moment in Aplin's rise to prominence post-debut.
- Career context
- Released in 2014, 'Salvation' came during Gabrielle Aplin's rise to prominence following her 2013 debut album, 'English Rain'. This single marks her first release after establishing a significant online presence, particularly through her YouTube covers, which had garnered millions of views and laid the groundwork for her original music career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lucy Rose· Birdy· Laura Marling
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Salvation
A pivotal moment occurs when the song shifts from reflective verses to an uplifting chorus, where hope emerges amid despair.
This transition not only underscores the song's thematic exploration of redemption but also showcases Aplin's skillful dynamics in songwriting.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Salvation 4:10
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Carrie & Lowell
Sufjan Stevens
Explores personal themes of loss and redemption with an ethereal soundscape and introspective lyrics.
Once I Was An Eagle
Laura Marling
Combines serene melodies and deep reflection, creating a rich atmosphere of folk-infused storytelling.
Every Kingdom
Ben Howard
Shares a similar blend of introspective lyrics and atmospheric sound, evoking a sense of personal journey.
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