Waking Up
OneRepublic · 2009
47 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock
Anthemic pop rock infused with introspective lyrics and soaring melodies that invite listeners to reflect on life's complexities.
Top tracks — play these first
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Made for You Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Secrets — This track stands out for its candid exploration of honesty and vulnerability in a world filled with pretense, encapsulated in its catchy chorus.
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Good Life — With its upbeat tempo and infectious melody, this song celebrates the joy of living authentically despite life's challenges, making it an anthem of resilience.
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Marchin On — This track features a powerful message about perseverance and unity, driven by an inspirational chorus that resonates deeply during challenging times.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends anthemic pop rock with introspective lyrics, creating a solid but familiar sound.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks that maintain a consistent tempo, while the second half introduces slower, more reflective songs.
- Several tracks employ layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the anthemic quality of the music.
- The lyrics often explore themes of self-discovery and existential reflection, with a notable shift in tone from the energetic to the introspective as the album progresses.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- dynamic emotional journeys
- uplifting background for activities
- reflective moments of introspection
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Established OneRepublic's reputation with major hits and wider recognition.
- Themes
- authenticity in adversity· celebrating resilience
- Moods
- Uplifting· Introspective
- Career context
- Released in 2009, Waking Up is OneRepublic's second studio album, following their successful debut, Dreaming Out Loud. The band had gained significant attention with hits like Apologize, which set high expectations for this follow-up project.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Coldplay· The Fray· Imagine Dragons
Tracklist
- 1 Made for You Start here 4:17
- 2 All the Right Moves 3:58
- 3 Secrets 3:44
- 4 Everybody Loves Me 3:34
- 5 Missing Persons 1 & 2 4:59
- 6 Good Life 4:13
- 7 All This Time 4:02
- 8 Fear 3:47
- 9 Waking Up 6:09
- 10 Marchin On 4:13
- 11 Lullaby 4:37
If this landed
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