This Wasn't Meant for You Anyway
Lola Young · 2024
38 min · 11 tracks
A bold fusion of pop and confessional songwriting, blending sharp lyrics with dynamic production that challenges conventional themes of love and identity.
Top tracks — play these first
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Good Books — The opening track establishes the album's tone with its infectious melody and introspective lyrics about self-discovery, setting the stage for the themes explored throughout.
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Wish You Were Dead — This track combines dark humor with poignant lyrics, exploring the complexities of unrequited love, showcasing Young's ability to blend vulnerability with playful wit.
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Intrusive Thoughts — A standout moment that delves into mental health struggles, its candid lyrics and minimalist production create an intimate atmosphere, resonating deeply with listeners.
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 production but has uneven pacing and cohesion.
What we noticed
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the emotional impact of the lyrics.
- The album includes abrupt transitions between songs, often shifting from upbeat to somber without warning, which challenges listener expectations.
- 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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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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
- introspective late-night sessions
- emotional storytelling journeys
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Lola Young released This Wasn't Meant for You Anyway as her debut studio album following a series of successful EPs. By 2024, she had cultivated a distinct voice in the UK music scene, gaining recognition for her innovative sound and lyrical depth, making this album a pivotal moment in her early career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Billie Eilish· Aurora· Sufjan Stevens
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Good Books 4:15
- 2 Wish You Were Dead 3:14
- 3 Big Brown Eyes 3:38
- 4 Conceited 3:59
- 5 Messy 4:44
- 6 Walk on By 3:34
- 7 You Noticed 4:30
- 8 Crush 3:46
- 9 Fuck 2:44
- 10 Intrusive Thoughts 2:31
- 11 Outro 1:15
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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