Top tracks — play these first
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Spaceship — The opening track sets the album's playful tone with its catchy hook and whimsical production, encapsulating Miss Li's signature blend of pop and jazz.
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Black Widow — This track stands out for its darker lyrical themes juxtaposed against an upbeat instrumental backdrop, demonstrating Miss Li's ability to merge contrasting moods effectively.
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Dancing in the Dark — With its infectious rhythm and danceable beat, this song showcases the album's lively spirit while emphasizing Miss Li's knack for crafting memorable choruses.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends pop and jazz elements effectively, though its appeal may not extend beyond its genre.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks with a consistent tempo, while the second half introduces slower ballads that create a contrasting dynamic.
- Several tracks incorporate playful call-and-response vocal patterns, enhancing the interaction between the singer and the listener.
- 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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7/10
- 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
- playful lyrics that invite smiles
- catchy tracks for group enjoyment
- vibrant energy for parties
- short bursts of joyful melodies
- upbeat rhythms for dancing moments
Maybe skip if you
- slow, introspective listening preferences
- long, drawn-out musical experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2013, Wolves marked Miss Li's fourth studio album during a period of growing recognition in Sweden. Following her breakout success with the album Dancing the Whole Way Home in 2009, this record further established her unique sound blending pop and jazz elements, showcasing her evolution as a prominent figure in the Swedish music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Norah Jones· Lana Del Rey· Amy Winehouse
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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No One Sleeps When I'm Awake
The singer shifts from introspective musings to defiant declarations about personal power and presence.
This shift not only reclaims agency but also contrasts with earlier vulnerability in the album, highlighting a journey toward self-empowerment.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Spaceship 3:59
- 2 Sugar Coma 3:31
- 3 Transformer 3:42
- 4 Dancing in the Dark 3:57
- 5 Happy Birthday 2:12
- 6 Black Widow 3:56
- 7 Russian Roulette 4:08
- 8 Interlude 1:08
- 9 The Room 5:15
Disc 2
- 1 Här kommer natten 3:51
- 2 Nåt för dom som väntar 4:31
- 3 Under isen (ligger himlen) 5:10
- 4 1:a gången 3:28
- 5 När tåget går 6:12
- 6 No One Sleeps When I'm Awake 3:53
- 7 Lovekiller 2:46
- 8 Somebody Loves You 3:03
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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