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Released 8 years ago this October

Sunflower

Post Malone · 2018

2 min · 1 track · contemporary R&B

A smooth blend of melodic rap and warm harmonies, capturing the essence of love and nostalgia.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Sunflower (Spider‐Man: Into the Spider‐Verse) — This track serves as both the lead single and an emotional centerpiece for 'Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse', beautifully encapsulating themes of perseverance and devotion. Its catchy melody and relatable lyrics make it a standout in Post Malone's discography.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

57 /100
Foothills
Higher than 48% of albums we've rated

The song's smooth production and catchy melody contribute to its appeal, while its structure supports repeat listens.

What we noticed

  • The track features a steady mid-tempo beat with layered vocal harmonies that create a warm, inviting atmosphere.
  • The structure consists of verses and a repeated chorus, emphasizing the melodic hook throughout its duration.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

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
8/10

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.

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — Achieved massive commercial success, solidifying Post Malone's status in music.
Career context
When 'Sunflower' was released in October 2018, Post Malone was riding high on the success of his previous album, 'Beerbongs & Bentleys', which had solidified his status as a leading figure in contemporary pop and hip-hop. This single marked a significant collaboration with Swae Lee and served as a key track for the animated film 'Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse', further expanding Malone's influence across genres.
Stylistic neighbors
Khalid· Swae Lee· Halsey

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Sunflower (Spider‐Man: Into the Spider‐Verse) 2:38

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