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Snowman — As the album's titular track, 'Snowman' encapsulates the themes of love and longing present throughout the collection, delivered through Sia's signature vocal style.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The song showcases strong vocals and a simple yet effective arrangement, making it memorable within its genre.
What we noticed
- The track features a slow tempo with a minimalist arrangement, primarily driven by piano and Sia's vocal performance.
- Sia employs a wide vocal range, using both soft whispers and powerful belts throughout the song.
- The structure is straightforward, following a verse-chorus pattern without significant instrumental breaks.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- 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
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
- Fan Favorite — Part of a holiday album, resonating with listeners during the festive season.
- Themes
- holiday nostalgia· winter longing· frosted memories
- Career context
- Released in November 2017, 'Snowman' is part of Sia's holiday album, following her commercial success with 'This Is Acting' in 2016. At this point in her career, Sia has established herself as a powerful pop artist and songwriter, known for her distinctive voice and emotive songwriting.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bat for Lashes· Lana Del Rey· Florence + the Machine
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Snowman 2:45
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Born to Die
Lana Del Rey
Shares a similar atmospheric quality, blending nostalgia with haunting vocals over minimalist production.
LP1
FKA twigs
Combines ethereal vocal delivery with sparse instrumentation, capturing longing and emotional depth.
The Colour in Anything
James Blake
Features introspective themes and a minimalist soundscape that evokes feelings of nostalgia and longing.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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