Treat Myself
Meghan Trainor · 2020
52 min · 17 tracks · contemporary R&B
A playful blend of doo-wop and modern pop infused with confident anthems about self-love and empowerment.
Top tracks — play these first
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Wave Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Nice to Meet Ya — This track opens the album with a confident declaration of independence while showcasing Trainor's ability to blend catchy melodies with engaging lyrics.
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No Excuses — 'No Excuses' stands out as a vibrant anthem that addresses self-worth and empowerment, capturing the album's central themes effectively.
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Genetics — With its infectious groove and clever lyrics celebrating body positivity, 'Genetics' embodies the playful confidence that defines much of Trainor’s work.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features catchy hooks and empowering themes but lacks depth in composition and cohesion.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a mid-tempo track that sets a playful tone, followed by several upbeat songs that maintain a consistent energy.
- Tracks often feature layered vocal harmonies and call-and-response sections, enhancing the anthemic quality of the lyrics.
- The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, creating a reflective conclusion to the album.
- 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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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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo groove satisfaction
- empowering anthems for self-love
- upbeat vibes for social gatherings
- feel-good tracks for positivity
- light-hearted fun during chores
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, introspective music
- seek deep, complex narratives
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality and resilience in her sound after a brief hiatus.
- Career context
- By the time 'Treat Myself' was released in January 2020, Meghan Trainor was navigating her career post-2016's 'Thank You', which had seen moderate success. This album marked her return after a brief hiatus and showcased a more mature sound while maintaining her signature upbeat style. Positioned as her third studio album, it reflects her evolution as an artist embracing themes of self-acceptance.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Demi Lovato· Jessie J· Katy Perry
Tracklist
- 1 Wave Start here 2:56
- 2 Nice to Meet Ya 3:17
- 3 Funk 3:11
- 4 Babygirl 3:20
- 5 Workin’ on It 3:01
- 6 Ashes 3:17
- 7 Lie to Me 2:40
- 8 Here to Stay 3:03
- 9 Blink 2:47
- 10 Genetics 2:57
- 11 Evil Twin 3:12
- 12 After You 3:26
- 13 Another Opinion 3:03
- 14 No Excuses 2:32
- 15 Have You Now 3:46
- 16 All the Ways 2:55
- 17 Treat Myself 2:54
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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