To Feel Embraced
Sparkle Division · 2020
41 min · 13 tracks
A vibrant blend of playful pop and soulful melodies that invites listeners to embrace their individuality.
Top tracks — play these first
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You Ain't Takin' My Man — This track showcases the album's playful attitude with assertive lyrics and an infectious melody, making it a standout anthem of confidence.
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To Feel Embraced — The title track encapsulates the album's core message of self-acceptance and connection, featuring lush instrumentation that elevates its emotional depth.
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Oh No You Did Not! — This energetic song combines humor with bold lyrics, exemplifying the band's unique blend of fun and empowerment within their sound.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends catchy melodies with engaging themes but lacks a strong cohesive arc throughout its length.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a playful tone, followed by several songs that maintain a consistent mid-tempo pace.
- Many tracks feature layered vocal harmonies and call-and-response sections, inviting listener participation.
- The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, creating a reflective mood that contrasts with the earlier upbeat songs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- 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
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical journey with peaks
- playful melodies for lighthearted moments
- short bursts of vibrant energy
- dynamic shifts to keep engaged
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward, linear albums
- seek deep, introspective themes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on July 24, 2020, 'To Feel Embraced' is Sparkle Division's first full-length album, following their well-received EP 'Sparkle On'. At this point, the band was establishing their identity within the indie pop scene, combining catchy hooks with eclectic influences while gaining recognition for their lively performances.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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To Feel Embraced
The bridge shifts from external validation to a powerful declaration of self-love and acceptance.
This transition in focus emphasizes personal empowerment, moving away from societal expectations towards an unapologetic embrace of one’s true self.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 You Go Girl! 1:24
- 2 You Ain't Takin' My Man 4:14
- 3 For Gato 3:06
- 4 Oh Henry! 4:19
- 5 To the Stars, Major Tom 2:46
- 6 Oh No You Did Not! 4:04
- 7 To Feel 6:07
- 8 To Feel Embraced 3:08
- 9 Slappin' Yo Face 1:26
- 10 Mmmmkayy I'm Goin' Out Now and I Don't Want Any Trouble From You! 3:24
- 11 Queenie Got Her Blues 1:06
- 12 Sparkle On Sad Sister Mother Queen 1:46
- 13 No Exit 4:31
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