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Something to Give Each Other

Troye Sivan · 2023

32 min · 10 tracks · indie pop

A shimmering blend of dream pop and synth textures, exploring the nuances of love and identity through vibrant melodies.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Rush — The opening track sets an energetic tone with its catchy hooks and upbeat rhythm, encapsulating the album's overall vibrant spirit.
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    In My Room — This track offers introspective lyrics paired with ethereal production, allowing listeners a glimpse into Sivan's personal reflections on solitude and intimacy.
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    Honey — With its lush soundscape and heartfelt lyrics, this song reflects Sivan's journey of self-acceptance and vulnerability, making it a standout moment on the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

58 /100
Treeline
Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong production and varied tempos but lacks a fully cohesive flow throughout its runtime.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a vibrant tone, followed by a more introspective piece that shifts the mood.
  • Several tracks feature layered synths and vocal harmonies, creating a lush soundscape that supports the lyrical themes of love and identity.
  • The pacing varies significantly, with some songs maintaining an upbeat tempo while others slow down to allow for emotional reflection.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

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 3/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo groove throughout
  • introspective reflections on connection
  • for casual hangouts
  • dreamy soundscapes for daydreaming

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seeking high-energy party anthems

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality with a matured sound following earlier successes.
Career context
Released on October 13, 2023, 'Something to Give Each Other' is Troye Sivan's third studio album. This follows his critically acclaimed album 'Bloom' from 2018, showcasing a matured sound and deeper exploration of personal themes influenced by his experiences over the past five years.
Stylistic neighbors
Lauv· Shawn Mendes· Charlie Puth

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Rush 2:36
  • 2 What’s the Time Where You Are? 3:23
  • 3 One of Your Girls 3:01
  • 4 In My Room 3:13
  • 5 Still Got It 3:28
  • 6 Can’t Go Back, Baby 3:21
  • 7 Got Me Started 3:18
  • 8 Silly 3:38
  • 9 Honey 3:26
  • 10 How to Stay With You 3:16

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