Songs from the Tainted Cherry Tree
Diana Vickers · 2010
47 min · 13 tracks · pop music
A whimsical blend of quirky pop melodies intertwined with introspective lyrics and Diana Vickers' distinctive vocal style.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Boy Who Murdered Love — This track stands out for its engaging narrative and catchy chorus, capturing the playful yet dark essence of Vickers' lyrical style.
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Remake Me + You — With its infectious rhythm and relatable themes of personal transformation, this song exemplifies Vickers' ability to merge upbeat soundscapes with introspective lyrics.
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Once — Opening the album, this track introduces listeners to Vickers' unique vocal delivery and sets the tone for the exploration of longing and self-discovery throughout the record.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases a mix of catchy melodies and introspective lyrics but lacks depth for long-term engagement.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks with a consistent tempo, while the second half shifts to slower, more introspective songs.
- Several tracks utilize layered vocal harmonies that complement Vickers' lead vocals, creating a rich sound texture.
- The lyrics often employ whimsical imagery and metaphors, particularly in tracks like 'The Boy Who Murdered Love' and 'Four Leaf Clover'.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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5/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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4/10
- 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
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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Once 3:10
- 2 Remake Me + You 3:35
- 3 The Boy Who Murdered Love 3:21
- 4 Four Leaf Clover 4:10
- 5 Put It Back Together 4:04
- 6 You'll Never Get to Heaven 4:02
- 7 Me & You 3:04
- 8 My Hip 3:24
- 9 N.U.M.B. 3:58
- 10 Hit 3:08
- 11 Notice 3:33
- 12 Jumping Into Rivers 3:36
- 13 Chasing You 4:07
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