What makes She Sets the City on Fire by Gavin DeGraw notable?

This album features the titular track, which achieved notable chart success, reaching the top 20 on the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart. It showcases DeGraw's evolution as an artist and solidified his place within the blue-eyed soul genre during a time when he was striving for a mainstream resurgence. Released in early 2016, She Sets the City on Fire marked Gavin DeGraw's fifth studio album, following his 2013 record, Make a Move. At this point in his career, DeGraw was refining his sound, merging classic influences with contemporary pop elements while maintaining his signature emotive style.

How many songs are on She Sets the City on Fire?

She Sets the City on Fire has 1 track, running approximately 3 minutes.

Released 10 years ago

She Sets the City on Fire

Gavin DeGraw · 2016

3 min · 1 track · blue-eyed soul

A vibrant blend of blue-eyed soul and pop, igniting an urban landscape with infectious melodies and heartfelt lyrics.

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She Sets the City on Fire — The title track encapsulates the album's essence with its catchy chorus and vivid imagery that evokes a sense of urban adventure and romance.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Deep Cut — Represents a solid entry in his discography but not widely recognized as essential.
Career context: Released in early 2016, She Sets the City on Fire marked Gavin DeGraw's fifth studio album, following his 2013 record, Make a Move. At this point in his career, DeGraw was refining his sound, merging classic influences with contemporary pop elements while maintaining his signature emotive style.
Stylistic neighbors: John Legend· Ryan Tedder· Marc Broussard