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Released 17 years ago this June

The Girl and the Robot

Robyn · 2009

72 min · 13 tracks · contemporary R&B · synth-pop · electropop

A shimmering blend of electropop and R&B that explores themes of love and technology with a danceable edge.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • danceable remixes for social settings
  • wave-like pacing for engagement
  • exploration of love and technology
  • dynamic listening across multiple tracks

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • dislike extended remix versions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2009, 'The Girl and the Robot' came during Robyn's artistic renaissance following her self-titled album from 2005. This era marked her transition from pop star to an avant-garde artist, as she embraced more experimental sounds and songwriting approaches. This release solidified her presence in the international music scene, particularly in the electronic and pop domains.
Stylistic neighbors
Grimes· Charli XCX· Sia

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Girl and the Robot (Jeremy Wheatley radio edit) 3:10
  • 2 The Girl and the Robot 4:27
  • 3 The Girl and the Robot (Kris Menace remix) 7:14
  • 4 The Girl and the Robot (Kris Menace Re‐Interpretation) 5:51
  • 5 The Girl and the Robot (Spencer & Hill remix) 6:07
  • 6 The Girl and the Robot (Spencer & Hill instrumental) 6:08
  • 7 The Girl and the Robot (Spencer & Hill radio edit) 3:22
  • 8 The Girl and the Robot (Joakim remix) 7:17
  • 9 The Girl and the Robot (Joakim instrumental) 7:18
  • 10 The Girl and the Robot (Chateau Marmont remix) 4:05
  • 11 The Girl and the Robot (Ocelot remix) 6:08
  • 12 The Girl and the Robot (Jean Elan remix) 6:19
  • 13 Suite for a Robotic Girl (A Classic Re‐Interpretation of The Girl and the Robot by Davide Rossi) 4:28

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