What Ifs & Maybes
Tom Grennan · 2023
42 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock
A vibrant blend of indie pop and soul, layered with heartfelt lyrics and infectious melodies.
Top tracks — play these first
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How Does It Feel — Opening the album, this track captures the essence of longing with a pulsating rhythm and introspective lyrics that set the tone for the journey ahead.
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Crown Your Love — This song stands out with its anthemic chorus and uplifting message, showcasing Grennan’s ability to blend vulnerability with a sense of hope.
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You Are Not Alone — A poignant ballad that addresses feelings of isolation, it exemplifies Grennan's lyrical depth and his focus on connection through shared experiences.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines catchy melodies with introspective lyrics but lacks a strong cohesive flow throughout its length.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album maintains a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and dynamics.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that build in intensity, particularly in the choruses.
- The lyrics often explore themes of introspection and emotional struggle, with a focus on personal experiences.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- 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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5/10
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
- steady, consistent energy levels
- short, engaging listening sessions
- warm, emotional reflections
- mid-tempo background ambiance
Where this album fits
- Career context
- What Ifs & Maybes marks Tom Grennan's third studio album, following his critically acclaimed 2021 release, Evering Road. At this point in his career, Grennan is solidifying his position as a prominent voice in the UK music scene, having gained significant recognition for his unique sound and emotive songwriting.
- Stylistic neighbors
- James Bay· Sam Fender· Ed Sheeran
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 How Does It Feel 2:23
- 2 Remind Me 3:31
- 3 Crown Your Love 3:04
- 4 Here 3:15
- 5 Before You 2:57
- 6 Sleeping Rough 3:20
- 7 This Side of the Room 3:05
- 8 Psychedelic Kisses 2:57
- 9 All These Nights 2:34
- 10 Problems 3:27
- 11 Head Up 3:12
- 12 Love Don't Cost a Thing 2:43
- 13 Someone I Used to Know 2:58
- 14 You Are Not Alone 2:46
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