The Lost Petals
D4vd · 2023
16 min · 5 tracks · contemporary R&B
A blend of contemporary R&B grooves and introspective pop melodies shaped by raw, emotive storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
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Hollow Prayers — This track encapsulates the album's exploration of vulnerability and longing through haunting melodies and poignant lyrics that invite listeners into D4vd's inner world.
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Rehab — With its catchy hooks and relatable themes of personal struggle, this song stands out as a highlight that showcases D4vd's ability to merge pop sensibility with deep emotional resonance.
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Poetic Vulgarity — This track demonstrates D4vd's lyrical prowess, using vivid imagery and clever wordplay to confront societal expectations while maintaining an infectious rhythm.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases strong songwriting and emotional depth but remains within familiar genre boundaries.
What we noticed
- The first track opens with a minimalist instrumental that gradually layers in vocals, creating an intimate atmosphere.
- Each song features a consistent use of syncopated rhythms and smooth melodic lines, emphasizing the emotive storytelling.
- The EP concludes with a track that shifts to a more upbeat tempo, providing a contrast to the introspective nature of the previous songs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Once More
The closing lines reveal a moment of acceptance and reflection, shifting from regret to a hopeful tone as the narrative resolves.
This structural shift at the end underscores D4vd's growth throughout the album, contrasting earlier moments of despair with newfound clarity.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Notes From a Wrist 3:09
- 2 Hollow Prayers 2:46
- 3 Rehab 4:11
- 4 Poetic Vulgarity 4:00
- 5 Once More 2:01
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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