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Someday

The Strokes · 2003

7 min · 3 tracks · indie rock

A vibrant blend of garage rock and new wave, bursting with youthful exuberance and melodic hooks.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Someday — This track encapsulates the album's essence with its catchy chorus and nostalgic lyrics reflecting on fleeting youth and aspirations. It's a quintessential example of The Strokes' ability to blend raw energy with melodic finesse.
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    Alone, Together (home recording) — The lo-fi production gives this track an intimate feel, enhancing its themes of isolation and connection. It stands out as a raw glimpse into the band's creative process.
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    Is This It (home recording) — Offering an earlier version of a fan-favorite, this recording highlights the evolution of the band's sound while maintaining the lyrical depth that defined their work. Its introspective nature complements the album's overarching narrative.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

53 /100
Foothills
Higher than 40% of albums we've rated

The single captures The Strokes' signature sound with a strong lead track but is less cohesive due to its bonus material.

What we noticed

  • The title track 'Someday' features a consistent mid-tempo beat with a prominent guitar riff that drives the melody.
  • The vocal delivery is laid-back and conversational, contrasting with the energetic instrumentation.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Someday 3:07
  • 2 Alone, Together (home recording) 1:15
  • 3 Is This It (home recording) 3:17

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