What makes Say It by Flume notable?

The track 'Say It' received significant attention, charting on the ARIA Singles Chart and earning a nomination for Best Dance Release at the ARIA Music Awards. The song showcases Flume's unique production style, influencing numerous producers within the electronic and trip-hop genres. In 2016, Flume was riding high following the success of his self-titled debut album released in 2012. 'Say It' arrived as a follow-up to his acclaimed sophomore album, 'Skin', further establishing him as a leading figure in the electronic music scene.

How many songs are on Say It?

Say It has 2 tracks, running approximately 7 minutes.

Released 10 years ago

Say It

Flume · 2016

7 min · 2 tracks · electronica

A blend of atmospheric textures and pulsating beats captures the essence of modern electronica while pushing genre boundaries.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Say It — This title track features lush vocal layers intertwined with intricate beats, demonstrating Flume's signature sound while highlighting emotional depth.
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Wall Fuck — This track is an instrumental exploration that showcases Flume’s mastery over sound manipulation, creating a visceral auditory experience that stands apart from traditional structures.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental

58 /100

Treeline

Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The tracks showcase strong production and unique sound design, though the overall impact feels limited to the genre.

What we noticed

The first track features a prominent vocal sample that is manipulated throughout, creating a dynamic interplay with the instrumental elements.
The second track employs heavy bass and glitchy percussion, building tension through layered synths that gradually evolve over its duration.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. 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 helped solidify Flume's reputation post-'Skin', gaining significant attention.
Themes: modern sonic landscapes· emotional soundscapes
Career context: In 2016, Flume was riding high following the success of his self-titled debut album released in 2012. 'Say It' arrived as a follow-up to his acclaimed sophomore album, 'Skin', further establishing him as a leading figure in the electronic music scene.
Stylistic neighbors: Odesza· What So Not· Porter Robinson