Top tracks — play these first
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Nothing Here but Love — This opening track sets a hopeful tone for the album, blending uplifting lyrics with a buoyant melody that encapsulates the spirit of the entire record.
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Honeybee — The song stands out with its playful metaphor about love and relationships, showcasing Lenka's knack for crafting vivid imagery paired with an infectious chorus.
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Monsters — Through its darker undertones and contrasting upbeat arrangement, this track delves into themes of fear and vulnerability, highlighting Lenka's lyrical depth.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features catchy melodies and introspective lyrics but lacks significant depth for long-term engagement.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album maintains a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and dynamics.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that create a lush soundscape, particularly in 'Honeybee' and 'Two Heartbeats'.
- The lyrics often employ metaphorical imagery, with songs like 'Monsters' and 'Find a Way to You' exploring themes of love and introspection.
- 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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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical melodies for daydreaming
- playful tunes for lighthearted moments
- reflective listening during introspection
- joyful energy for casual gatherings
- melancholic undertones in bright settings
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of heavy intensity
- prefer fast-paced, high-energy tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When Lenka released Shadows in 2013, she was building on the success of her previous albums, particularly her self-titled debut in 2008 and the follow-up, Two. This album represented a maturation in her sound, reflecting both personal growth and an evolving artistry. It showcased a confident step forward as she explored deeper emotional themes while maintaining her signature playful aesthetic.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ingrid Michaelson· Sara Bareilles· Colbie Caillat
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Nothing Here but Love 3:29
- 2 Faster With You 3:42
- 3 Heart to the Party 3:05
- 4 After the Winter 3:32
- 5 Find a Way to You 3:45
- 6 Honeybee 4:19
- 7 No Harm Tonight 4:12
- 8 Two Heartbeats 4:05
- 9 Monsters 2:28
- 10 Nothing 4:23
- 11 The Top of Memory Lane 4:12
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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