The Script
The Script · 2008
41 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock
A polished blend of emotive melodies and relatable lyrics, capturing the trials of love and life in a contemporary pop-rock framework.
Top tracks — play these first
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Breakeven — This track's poignant exploration of heartbreak and emotional turmoil resonates deeply with listeners, showcasing the band's lyrical strength and catchy hooks.
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The Man Who Can’t Be Moved — With its narrative-driven lyrics about longing and regret, this song highlights the band’s ability to weave storytelling into their music effectively.
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We Cry Start here — As the opening track, it sets an introspective tone for the album, blending earnest lyrics with a compelling melody that draws listeners in.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid songwriting and production but lacks standout moments that elevate it beyond its peers.
What we noticed
- The first five tracks maintain a consistent mid-tempo pace, with the fourth track featuring a prominent piano melody that stands out.
- Several songs utilize a call-and-response structure between the lead vocals and backing harmonies, enhancing the emotional delivery.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- 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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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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
- emotional storytelling journeys
- reflective late-night listening
- catchy hooks and melodies
- balanced pacing throughout
- relatable themes and narratives
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This debut album established The Script's presence and gained them commercial success.
- Themes
- heartbreak narratives· Irish pop-rock emergence· longing and regret
- Career context
- Upon its release in 2008, The Script marked the band's debut album, establishing their presence in the music scene. The album emerged during a time when Irish pop-rock was gaining traction globally, positioning The Script as key players in this movement.
- Stylistic neighbors
- OneRepublic· Coldplay· The Fray
Tracklist
- 1 We Cry Start here 3:44
- 2 Before the Worst 3:23
- 3 Talk You Down 3:51
- 4 The Man Who Can’t Be Moved 4:01
- 5 Breakeven 4:21
- 6 Rusty Halo 3:34
- 7 The End Where I Begin 3:34
- 8 Fall for Anything 4:32
- 9 If You See Kay 3:13
- 10 I’m Yours 4:14
- 11 Anybody There 2:59
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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