Top tracks — play these first
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My Phone Is Trying to Kill Me — This track cleverly captures the anxiety of modern life through its upbeat sound and relatable lyrics about technology's overwhelming presence.
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801 — With its infectious energy and reflective lyrics, this song highlights the band's ability to balance catchy hooks with deeper emotional messaging.
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I Can Break Your Heart Too — This track stands out for its poignant narrative about heartbreak, combining a danceable rhythm with introspective lyrics that delve into vulnerability.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady flow for road trips
- upbeat melodies for social gatherings
- candid lyrics for self-reflection
- vibrant energy for afternoon hangs
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, introspective music
- seek extended instrumental passages
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on July 17, 2020, 'Under My Influence' is The Aces' sophomore album, following their debut 'When My Heart Felt Volcanic' from 2018. This album marks a significant evolution in their sound as they explore more mature themes and complex emotions, showcasing their development as artists and songwriters.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Muna· Charly Bliss· Tegan and Sara
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Not Enough
The bridge shifts to a moment of introspection where the narrator confronts feelings of inadequacy without resorting to self-pity.
This pivot in tone underscores the album’s theme of self-acceptance, contrasting vulnerability with an empowering resolve.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Daydream 2:30
- 2 New Emotion 3:01
- 3 My Phone Is Trying to Kill Me 2:53
- 4 Kelly 3:07
- 5 Can You Do 2:26
- 6 All Mean Nothing 3:53
- 7 801 3:34
- 8 I Can Break Your Heart Too 3:34
- 9 Lost Angeles 3:11
- 10 Not Enough 3:06
- 11 Cruel 3:15
- 12 Thought of You 3:10
- 13 Going Home 3:55
- 14 Zillionaire 3:13
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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