Unguarded
Rae Morris · 2015
46 min · 12 tracks · pop music
Ethereal pop melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating an immersive soundscape that feels both intimate and expansive.
Top tracks — play these first
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Skin — Opening with haunting vocals layered over minimalist production, this track encapsulates the album's thematic exploration of intimacy and emotional exposure.
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Unguarded — The title track showcases Morris's vocal range and serves as a manifesto of vulnerability, inviting listeners into her world of raw emotions.
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Don't Go — This song’s lush instrumentation paired with poignant lyrics about longing highlights Morris's ability to meld melancholy with melodic hooks.
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For You — With its upbeat tempo contrasted by reflective lyrics, this track exemplifies the balance Morris strikes between lightness and depth throughout the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's blend of ethereal pop and introspective lyrics creates a cohesive yet varied listening experience.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features tracks that build gradually in intensity, while the second half introduces more subdued and reflective pieces.
- Many songs utilize layered vocal harmonies that create a rich, atmospheric texture, particularly in the choruses.
- Several tracks incorporate electronic elements like synth pads and subtle beats, which enhance the ethereal quality of the melodies.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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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7/10
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
- ethereal soundscapes for introspection
- haunting melodies for quiet moments
- emotional exploration through melodic layers
- reflective listening during solitude
Maybe skip if you
- seeking upbeat party anthems
- prefering fast-paced tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2015, 'Unguarded' is Rae Morris's debut album following her earlier EPs, marking her transition from promising newcomer to a recognized artist in the UK pop scene. This record established her signature blend of downtempo electronic elements and emotive songwriting, setting the stage for her subsequent projects.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Låpsley· Sophie Ellis-Bextor· London Grammar
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Unguarded
The bridge shifts perspective as Morris directly addresses a significant other, revealing layers of vulnerability not present in earlier verses.
This structural choice deepens the emotional impact, transforming the song from an abstract reflection into a direct plea for connection.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Skin 3:47
- 2 Under the Shadows 3:50
- 3 Closer 3:49
- 4 For You 3:50
- 5 Love Again 3:55
- 6 Don't Go 3:32
- 7 Unguarded 3:54
- 8 Cold 3:57
- 9 Do You Even Know? 3:40
- 10 Morne Fortuné 3:59
- 11 This Time 3:50
- 12 Not Knowing 4:44
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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