Released 10 years ago
Something Worth Saving
Gavin DeGraw · 2016
36 min · 10 tracks · blue-eyed soul
Uplifting melodies intertwine with heartfelt lyrics, blending pop and soul in a way that feels both refreshing and nostalgic.
Top tracks — play these first
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She Sets the City on Fire Start here — This track serves as the album's vibrant opener, featuring infectious energy and imagery that captures the essence of urban romance and adventure.
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Making Love With the Radio On — A standout for its nostalgic vibe, this song reminisces about carefree moments shared with a loved one, perfectly encapsulating the album's themes of love and connection.
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Something Worth Saving — The title track resonates deeply with listeners through its reflective lyrics about valuing relationships and life's pivotal moments, anchoring the album's emotional core.
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 significantly.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks maintain a consistent upbeat tempo, while the fourth track introduces a slower groove that shifts the album's energy.
- Several songs feature layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the emotional impact of the lyrics.
- The final track closes with a gradual fade-out, leaving a lingering sense of reflection after the preceding energetic songs.
- 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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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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
- heartfelt storytelling throughout
- sing-along moments with friends
- uplifting vibes for daily life
- for casual gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of intense experimentation
- prefer complex, lengthy compositions
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Features a hit single and resonates well with dedicated fans, showcasing DeGraw's signature style.
- Themes
- nostalgic love songs· life's pivotal moments
- Career context
- By the time Gavin DeGraw released 'Something Worth Saving' in 2016, he was already an established artist with several hit albums under his belt. This album followed his 2013 release, 'Make a Move', and marked a continuation of his exploration into more personal themes, showcasing his growth as a songwriter.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Legend· Ryan Tedder· Marc Broussard
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Say I Am
The narrator shifts from expressing doubts to affirming their identity, confronting insecurities head-on.
This progression from uncertainty to self-affirmation showcases lyrical depth and marks a significant thematic pivot within the song.
Tracklist
- 1 She Sets the City on Fire Start here 3:38
- 2 You Make My Heart Sing Louder 3:55
- 3 Kite Like Girl 3:20
- 4 Making Love With the Radio On 4:09
- 5 Harder to Believe 4:04
- 6 Say I Am 3:16
- 7 How Lucky Can a Man Get 3:53
- 8 New Love 3:27
- 9 Annalee 3:06
- 10 Something Worth Saving 3:39
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