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So Close

Felix Jaehn · 2018

3 min · 1 track · electronic dance music

An uplifting blend of deep house and tropical rhythms that invites listeners to dance under the sun.

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    So Close — This title track encapsulates the album's essence with its bright melodies and infectious beat, making it an anthem for summer gatherings.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

51 /100
Foothills
Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

The track effectively combines deep house and tropical elements, making it a solid dance anthem.

What we noticed

  • The track features a steady four-on-the-floor beat that drives the rhythm throughout its duration.
  • Layered synths create a lush soundscape, while tropical percussion elements add a lively texture.
  • The arrangement builds gradually, introducing new melodic motifs and rhythmic variations as it progresses.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
8/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. 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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • So Close

    The chorus repeatedly emphasizes a longing for connection through imagery of proximity and intimacy.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 So Close 3:10

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