We Don't Talk Anymore cover

Released 10 years ago

We Don't Talk Anymore

Charlie Puth · 2016

3 min · 1 track · contemporary R&B

A bittersweet blend of contemporary pop and R&B that explores the emotional fallout of a broken relationship.

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    We Don’t Talk Anymore — This title track encapsulates the essence of longing and regret in a relationship through catchy melodies and heartfelt lyrics, making it a standout piece in Puth's catalog.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

52 /100
Foothills
Higher than 38% of albums we've rated

The song effectively blends pop and R&B elements, showcasing Puth's vocal abilities and emotional storytelling.

What we noticed

  • The song features a call-and-response structure between two vocalists, enhancing the theme of emotional distance.
  • It employs a steady mid-tempo beat with layered harmonies that build throughout the track.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
8/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 We Don’t Talk Anymore 3:37

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