What a Time to Be Alive
Tom Walker · 2019
49 min · 13 tracks · pop music
A blend of uplifting pop melodies with introspective lyrics that capture the essence of contemporary struggles and resilience.
Top tracks — play these first
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Leave a Light On — This track serves as an anthem of hope and support, showcasing Walker's powerful vocal delivery and lyrical depth that connected deeply with audiences.
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Angels — With its haunting melody and poignant lyrics, 'Angels' highlights Walker's ability to convey vulnerability and emotional weight, becoming a fan favorite.
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Just You and I — 'Just You and I' captures an intimate narrative about love and connection, characterized by its catchy chorus and heartfelt sentiment, making it one of the standout moments of the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features relatable themes and consistent motifs but lacks standout compositions.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a slow ballad, 'Angels', before transitioning into more upbeat tracks like 'Leave a Light On' and 'Not Giving In'.
- Several tracks feature a recurring piano motif that ties them together, particularly in the intros and outros.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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
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
- uplifting melodies for everyday struggles
- steady pacing for reflective moments
- songs that inspire resilience
- for solo introspection
- warm vibes for casual settings
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy party tracks
- prefer instant gratification songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on March 1, 2019, 'What a Time to Be Alive' is Tom Walker's debut studio album following his breakout single 'Leave a Light On'. At this point in his career, he had gained significant recognition in the UK music scene and was poised to solidify his presence internationally with this full-length effort.
- Stylistic neighbors
- James Arthur· Lewis Capaldi· Ed Sheeran
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Angels 3:23
- 2 Leave a Light On 3:04
- 3 Not Giving In 3:48
- 4 How Can You Sleep at Night? 3:36
- 5 Now You’re Gone 3:32
- 6 My Way 3:57
- 7 Blessings 3:19
- 8 Cry Out 3:25
- 9 Dominoes 4:03
- 10 Fade Away 4:43
- 11 Just You and I 3:18
- 12 The Show 5:49
- 13 Walk Alone 3:25
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