Top tracks — play these first
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Kiss Me Slowly — This track exemplifies the band's romantic lyricism with its gentle melody and relatable themes of love, making it a standout single that resonated widely with listeners.
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You and Me — With its upbeat tempo and catchy chorus, this song captures the blissful moments of young love, effectively showcasing the band's ability to craft sing-along anthems.
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Something to Believe In — This track delves into themes of hope and reassurance, combining poignant lyrics with a soaring melody that highlights the emotional depth present throughout the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features solid pop rock songwriting but lacks standout moments that elevate it beyond its peers.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature upbeat tempos and prominent guitar hooks, while the fourth track introduces a slower ballad with piano accompaniment.
- The album closes with a reflective tone in the last two tracks, which utilize softer instrumentation and introspective lyrics.
- 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
- steady, consistent energy levels
- gradual builds and payoffs
- heartfelt emotional explorations
- immersive listening sessions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2011, The Way It Was is Parachute's debut studio album following their successful EP, Losing Sleep. Positioned at a crucial point in their career, the album introduced their melodic pop rock sound to a wider audience after the band's formation in 2008.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Fray· OneRepublic· Lifehouse
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Forever and Always
The moment shifts from expressing doubt to affirming commitment, using vivid imagery of enduring love amidst uncertainty.
This structural pivot not only deepens the narrative arc but also mirrors the complexities of relationships, adding weight to the overall message.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 White Dress 3:35
- 2 You and Me 3:36
- 3 Something to Believe In 4:43
- 4 Forever and Always 4:08
- 5 What I Know 4:13
- 6 American Secrets 6:18
- 7 Kiss Me Slowly 3:55
- 8 Halfway 3:10
- 9 Philadelphia 7:09
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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