The Art of Forgetting
Caroline Rose · 2023
51 min · 14 tracks
A playful blend of pop and introspective folk, weaving personal narratives with vibrant melodies and eclectic instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Love / Lover / Friend — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its catchy hooks and layered harmonies, encapsulating the theme of complex relationships.
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Everywhere I Go I Bring the Rain — With poignant lyrics and a haunting melody, this track delves into feelings of sadness and isolation, showcasing Rose's lyrical craftsmanship.
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Florida Room — At just 26 seconds, this interlude stands out for its stark vulnerability, providing emotional contrast amidst the album's broader themes.
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Love Song for Myself — This empowering anthem emphasizes self-love and acceptance, blending upbeat instrumentation with heartfelt messages that resonate widely.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends playful pop with introspective folk, showcasing strong writing and production choices.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks with layered instrumentation, while the second half shifts to more introspective themes and stripped-down arrangements.
- Lyrically, the album weaves personal narratives that often juxtapose light-hearted melodies with deeper emotional content.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- introspective late-night reflections
- gradual builds and payoffs
- dynamic emotional journeys
- long, immersive listening sessions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2023, Caroline Rose released The Art of Forgetting as her third studio album, following the critically acclaimed Superstar from 2018. This album reflects her evolution as an artist, showcasing a more mature sound while maintaining her signature wit and storytelling prowess, positioning her firmly in the indie pop landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Margaret Glaspy· Phoebe Bridgers· St. Vincent
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Love / Lover / Friend 4:01
- 2 Rebirth 3:24
- 3 Miami 4:44
- 4 Better Than Gold 0:54
- 5 Everywhere I Go I Bring the Rain 5:04
- 6 The Doldrums 3:40
- 7 The Kiss 6:10
- 8 Cornbread 0:45
- 9 Stockholm Syndrome 1:45
- 10 Tell Me What You Want 4:02
- 11 Florida Room 0:26
- 12 Love Song for Myself 3:59
- 13 Jill Says 5:47
- 14 Where Do I Go from Here? 6:46
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