The Beautiful Wild
Jenn Grant · 2012
42 min · 12 tracks · pop music
A lush blend of indie pop and folk, infused with heartfelt lyrics and atmospheric melodies.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Fighter — This track showcases Grant's powerful vocal delivery and evocative storytelling, blending resilience with vulnerability in a captivating narrative.
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Hollywood — With its catchy melody and reflective lyrics about fame and self-identity, this song encapsulates the dichotomy between aspiration and reality.
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Gone Baby Gone — This poignant ballad highlights emotional depth through its haunting instrumentation and melancholic lyrics that explore themes of loss and longing.
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In the Belly of a Dragon — Offering a more adventurous sound, this track combines vivid imagery with an infectious rhythm that engages listeners both lyrically and musically.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and rich arrangements, though it follows familiar indie pop and folk templates.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks that gradually transition into more introspective pieces in the second half.
- Several songs incorporate layered vocal harmonies, creating a rich texture that enhances the emotional weight of the lyrics.
- The instrumentation often includes strings and piano, which contribute to the lush soundscape throughout the record.
- 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
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 pacing for reflective moments
- introspective listening during solitude
- yearning melodies for emotional connection
- consistent flow with gradual resolution
Maybe skip if you
- prefer high-energy, upbeat tracks
- seek immediate gratification in music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on September 25, 2012, The Beautiful Wild is Jenn Grant's fourth studio album, following the critically acclaimed album, Honeymoon Punch. At this point in her career, Grant was gaining increasing recognition in the Canadian music scene, building on her unique sound and lyrical depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Feist· Basia Bulat· Lucy Dacus
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Introduction 0:32
- 2 The Fighter 3:41
- 3 I’ve Got Your Fire 4:07
- 4 I Want You Back 3:30
- 5 Hollywood 3:39
- 6 Gone Baby Gone 2:06
- 7 White Dove 4:03
- 8 One More Night 3:37
- 9 Aida 3:15
- 10 Michael 4:09
- 11 In the Belly of a Dragon 3:29
- 12 Green Grows the Lilac 5:52
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