When the Morning Comes
A Great Big World · 2015
43 min · 12 tracks · pop music
A blend of heartfelt lyrics and lush pop melodies, layered with harmonies that evoke warmth and nostalgia.
Top tracks — play these first
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Hold Each Other — This track stands out for its poignant message about love and acceptance, highlighted by its collaboration with singer-songwriter Futuristic. Its lyrical content broke ground in addressing LGBTQ+ relationships within the context of a mainstream pop song.
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All I Want Is Love — Opening the album, this song sets an emotional tone with its yearning lyrics and catchy melody, effectively encapsulating the band's signature style. The chorus resonates deeply, showcasing their ability to blend vulnerability with musicality.
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Kaleidoscope — This track combines uplifting instrumentation with reflective lyrics, creating an atmosphere of hope and renewal. It captures the essence of transformation, making it a standout among the more introspective tracks on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends emotional ballads with pop melodies but lacks standout compositional depth.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks that maintain a consistent tempo, while the second half shifts to more introspective ballads.
- Several tracks incorporate layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the emotional impact of the lyrics.
- The song 'Hold Each Other' features a duet structure where both vocalists share verses, emphasizing themes of connection and love.
- 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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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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- uplifting melodies for motivation
- heartfelt lyrics about connection
- for morning routines
- feel-good sing-along moments
Maybe skip if you
- prefer darker, heavier themes
- seek experimental or avant-garde sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When the Morning Comes is A Great Big World's sophomore album, following their breakout debut Is There Anybody Out There? from 2013. The duo built their reputation on emotional ballads and this follow-up continued to explore themes of love and resilience, further solidifying their presence in the pop music landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Birdy· Ben Howard· James Bay
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 All I Want Is Love 3:12
- 2 Kaleidoscope 3:39
- 3 End of the World 3:33
- 4 Hold Each Other 3:36
- 5 Oasis 3:24
- 6 Come On 3:28
- 7 Won't Stop Running 3:47
- 8 One Step Ahead 4:13
- 9 The Future's Right in Front of Me 3:28
- 10 When the Morning Comes 3:46
- 11 Where Does the Time Go 3:49
- 12 Hold Each Other 3:14
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