Released 10 years ago
Wish That You Were Here
Florence + the Machine · 2016
6 min · 1 track · indie rock
A haunting blend of ethereal vocals and poignant lyrics, wrapped in lush instrumentation that evokes longing and nostalgia.
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Wish That You Were Here — The title track encapsulates the album's emotional core, exploring themes of absence and yearning through evocative imagery and dynamic crescendos.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The single showcases strong songwriting and emotive delivery, with cohesive production that enhances its themes.
What we noticed
- Florence Welch's vocals are prominent throughout, often soaring above the instrumentation, emphasizing the lyrical themes of longing.
- The song employs a repetitive melodic motif that reinforces its introspective nature and enhances its haunting quality.
- 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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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A solid single that showcases the artist's evolving sound but is not a major catalog highlight.
- Career context
- Released in early 2016, 'Wish That You Were Here' marked a significant moment in Florence + the Machine's career as it followed their critically acclaimed third album, 'How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful.' At this time, Florence Welch was solidifying her status as a prominent figure in indie rock, navigating the complexities of fame while exploring deeper emotional themes in her music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bat for Lashes· Of Monsters and Men· Lana Del Rey
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wish That You Were Here 6:42
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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