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Won't Be Around

Terry Blade

2 min · 1 track

A poignant exploration of loss and longing wrapped in delicate acoustic melodies and introspective lyrics.

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    Won't Be Around — The title track encapsulates the album's core themes of absence and yearning, showcasing Blade's ability to evoke deep emotions through simple yet effective songwriting.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

51 /100
Foothills
Higher than 35% of albums we've rated

The single showcases solid songwriting and performance but lacks broader impact.

What we noticed

  • The track features a steady acoustic guitar strumming pattern that underpins the vocal melody throughout.
  • The song's structure follows a traditional verse-chorus format, with the chorus providing a contrasting emotional lift.
  • The lyrics are delivered in a conversational tone, creating an intimate connection with the listener.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
8/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

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
Breakthrough — Debut album that establishes Terry Blade as a rising artist with unique voice.
Themes
intimate heartache· personal narratives· delicate melodies
Career context
Released as Terry Blade's debut album, 'Won't Be Around' marks a significant entry into the music scene. At this point, Blade was gaining recognition for his unique blend of folk and soul influences, establishing a foundation for his artistic identity.
Stylistic neighbors
James Blake· Sohn· Sampha

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Won't Be Around 2:25

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