What makes Soon We'll Be Found by Sia notable?

'Soon We'll Be Found' garnered significant attention for its unique blend of electropop and soulful melodies, receiving critical acclaim from various outlets. The title track became a radio hit and showcased Sia's growth as an artist, contributing to the rising popularity of Australian musicians in the global market during that time. By the time 'Soon We'll Be Found' was released in 2008, Sia had already established herself as a notable figure in the music scene with her previous album, 'Colour the Small One' (2004). This album marked her transition into a more mainstream pop sound while still retaining her indie roots, paving the way for her later commercial success.

How many songs are on Soon We'll Be Found?

Soon We'll Be Found has 4 tracks, running approximately 15 minutes.

Released 18 years ago today

Soon We'll Be Found

Sia · 2008

15 min · 4 tracks · indie pop

A haunting blend of ethereal vocals and atmospheric electropop, enveloping listeners in a dreamlike soundscape.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Soon We’ll Be Found (radio edit) — This radio edit encapsulates Sia's emotive delivery and lush production, making it a standout introduction to her evolving sound.
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Bring It to Me — The track's jangly instrumentation and earnest lyrics reflect Sia's signature style, showcasing her ability to blend vulnerability with catchy hooks.
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Soon We’ll Be Found — The original version of this title track dives deeper into themes of longing and connection, highlighting Sia's lyrical depth and vocal prowess.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

45 /100

Lowland

Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The single showcases Sia's vocal strength and production quality but lacks depth in songwriting variety.

What we noticed

The title track appears in three versions, including a radio edit, which emphasizes its commercial appeal.
The first two tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that create a rich, atmospheric texture.
The song 'Bring It to Me' introduces a more upbeat tempo compared to the other tracks, providing contrast.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

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.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Marked Sia's transition to solo artist with notable airplay and rising popularity.
Moods: Introspective· Dreamy
Career context: By the time 'Soon We'll Be Found' was released in 2008, Sia had already established herself as a notable figure in the music scene with her previous album, 'Colour the Small One' (2004). This album marked her transition into a more mainstream pop sound while still retaining her indie roots, paving the way for her later commercial success.
Stylistic neighbors: Bat for Lashes· Lana Del Rey· Florence + the Machine