Title cover

Title

Meghan Trainor · 2014

12 min · 4 tracks · contemporary R&B

A playful blend of doo-wop and modern pop that celebrates body positivity and self-empowerment with infectious hooks.

Top tracks — play these first

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    All About That Bass — This track serves as the anthem of the EP, not only launching Trainor's career but also igniting conversations around body positivity with its catchy melody and bold lyrics.
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    Dear Future Husband — This playful song showcases Trainor's signature blend of retro influences and contemporary pop, presenting a humorous take on relationship expectations that aligns with the EP's themes.
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    Title — The title track encapsulates the overall message of self-love and confidence while incorporating doo-wop elements, reinforcing Trainor's artistic identity.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

48 /100
Foothills
Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The album blends vintage pop styles with contemporary themes, making it catchy but somewhat conventional overall.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a brief interlude before launching into the upbeat lead single, which sets a playful tone for the following tracks.
  • Tracks often feature call-and-response vocals, particularly in 'Dear Future Husband' and 'Bang Dem Sticks', creating an engaging interaction.
  • Several songs incorporate doo-wop elements, such as vocal harmonies and retro instrumentation, which are prominent in 'Like I’m Gonna Lose You' and 'Title'.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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.

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — Established Meghan Trainor's reputation with hit 'All About That Bass'.
Career context
Released on September 9, 2014, 'Title' marks Meghan Trainor's debut EP following her breakout hit 'All About That Bass'. At this point in her career, she was transitioning from a songwriter for other artists to a rising pop star in her own right, establishing her unique sound and aesthetic.
Stylistic neighbors
Demi Lovato· Jessie J· Katy Perry

Tracklist

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

  • 1 All About That Bass 3:07
  • 2 Title 2:54
  • 3 Dear Future Husband 3:04
  • 4 Close Your Eyes 3:40

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