Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

45 /100

Lowland

Higher than 4% of albums we've rated

The song blends country-pop elements with personal themes, showcasing Cyrus's vocal range and maturity.

What we noticed

• — The track features a steady mid-tempo beat with a prominent use of acoustic guitar and piano, creating a reflective atmosphere.
• — Cyrus's vocal delivery alternates between soft verses and a more powerful chorus, emphasizing the themes of growth and self-acceptance.
• — The song employs a simple verse-chorus structure, with the chorus providing a contrasting emotional lift.

How the number is built

Composition 25% of the score

6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score

7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score

5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score

6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score

4/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 3/10

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.

If this landed

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Golden Hour

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Red

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Explores themes of personal growth and emotional reflection, blending pop with country influences.

Be Myself

Sheryl Crow

Combines elements of country and pop while focusing on self-acceptance and personal evolution.