Skyboy
Duncan Laurence · 2023
34 min · 11 tracks · pop music
An atmospheric blend of introspective lyrics and vibrant pop melodies, evoking a sense of wonder and nostalgia.
Top tracks — play these first
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Electric Life — This track captures the album's lively spirit with its upbeat production and relatable lyrics about embracing life's highs and lows.
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Skyboy — The title track serves as an emotional centerpiece, blending ethereal sounds with introspective storytelling that encapsulates the album's overarching themes.
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Rest in Peace — With its poignant lyrics and haunting melody, this song highlights Laurence's ability to convey deep emotions while maintaining a pop sensibility.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features solid songwriting and production but lacks standout moments that elevate it beyond its genre.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks establish a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the fourth track introduces a more reflective tone with slower melodies.
- Several songs feature layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in the choruses.
- The album closes with two tracks that gradually decrease in tempo, allowing for a contemplative finish.
- 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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5/10
- 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
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
- steady mid-tempo reflective journey
- dreamy melodies for self-discovery
- for afternoon listening
- introspective vibes with friends
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced energy
- seek standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on September 22, 2023, 'Skyboy' is Duncan Laurence's sophomore album, following his debut 'Small Town Boy' in 2019. The album showcases his evolution as an artist, building on the success of his Eurovision win with a more mature sound and deeper lyrical themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- James Arthur· Lewis Capaldi· Ed Sheeran
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Life on the Moon 2:56
- 2 Electric Life 3:14
- 3 Rest in Peace 2:55
- 4 Skyboy 3:31
- 5 I Want It All 3:12
- 6 California Rose 3:08
- 7 Lucid Dream 2:53
- 8 Baby Blues 2:39
- 9 Broken Parts 3:06
- 10 Anything 3:07
- 11 Biting My Tongue 3:59
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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