Yes!
Jason Mraz · 2014
51 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock
A buoyant blend of pop and soul, infused with uplifting lyrics and a warm, acoustic vibe.
Top tracks — play these first
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Love Someone — This track encapsulates the album's theme of unconditional love, featuring heartfelt lyrics paired with an infectious melody that invites sing-alongs.
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Best Friend — Celebrating companionship, this song highlights Mraz's playful lyrical style and showcases his ability to blend sincerity with a lighthearted approach.
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You Can Rely on Me — With its reassuring message and gentle rhythm, this track stands out as a testament to loyalty and support in relationships, embodying the album's overall warmth.
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Back to the Earth — This song reflects Mraz's connection to nature and emphasizes themes of grounding and simplicity, making it a poignant moment within the album's narrative.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends pop and soul with uplifting themes but lacks standout compositions that elevate it beyond its genre.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks with a consistent mid-tempo feel, while the second half introduces slower ballads that shift the emotional tone.
- Several songs incorporate layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the uplifting quality of the music.
- The instrumentation prominently features acoustic guitar and light percussion, creating a warm and inviting sound throughout.
- 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
- steady flow for uplifting moments
- sunny vibes for joyful gatherings
- short tracks for easy enjoyment
- heartfelt themes of love and
- feel-good melodies for relaxation
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of intense drama
- prefer heavy, aggressive sounds
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Showcases Mraz's continued vitality and commercial appeal in later career.
- Career context
- By the time 'Yes!' was released in 2014, Jason Mraz was well-established in the music scene, having achieved mainstream success with albums like 'We Sing. We Dance. We Steal Things.' in 2008. This album came after a brief hiatus and marked his return with a more introspective sound that reflects personal growth and maturity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jack Johnson· Colbie Caillat· Ben Harper
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Love Someone
The chorus shifts to emphasize the transformative power of love, articulating how it can uplift one's spirit.
This structural choice not only reinforces the song's emotional core but also serves as an anthem for positivity throughout the album.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Rise 1:29
- 2 Love Someone 4:16
- 3 Hello, You Beautiful Thing 3:34
- 4 Long Drive 3:50
- 5 Everywhere 3:24
- 6 Best Friend 3:19
- 7 Quiet 4:18
- 8 Out of My Hands 3:26
- 9 It's So Hard to Say Goodbye to Yesterday 2:58
- 10 3 Things 2:54
- 11 You Can Rely on Me 3:43
- 12 Back to the Earth 3:46
- 13 A World With You 4:39
- 14 Shine 6:04
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