Wounded Rhymes
Wounded Rhymes
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Format: Vinyl / 12" Album (10th Anniversary)
Our Take
Our Take
On her second album "Wounded Rhymes," Swedish songstress Lykke Li serves up a dark and brooding collection of tracks that sound like they were recorded in a haunted castle on a rainy night. From the haunting opener "Youth Knows No Pain" to the moody ballad "Sadness Is a Blessing," Li effortlessly weaves together elements of indie rock, electronic music, and even a hint of old-school soul.
The production on this album is top-notch, with swirling synths, pulsating beats, and Li's haunting vocals all blending together to create a lush, atmospheric sound that is both captivating and unsettling. Lyrically, Li explores themes of heartbreak, longing, and resilience, all delivered with a sense of raw emotion that is impossible to ignore.
Standout tracks include the dreamy "Love Out of Lust," the pulsating "Get Some," and the achingly beautiful "I Know Places." Throughout the album, Li's voice soars and whispers, her melodies are both catchy and complex, and her lyrics are sharp and full of depth.
"Wounded Rhymes" is a masterclass in melancholy pop music, a testament to Li's talent as a songwriter and performer. It's a record that will stay with you long after the final track fades away, haunting your dreams and tugging at your heartstrings. If you're in the mood for some eerie, atmospheric tunes to soundtrack your late-night existential crisis, look no further than Lykke Li's stunning "Wounded Rhymes."
Track Listing
Track Listing
1. Youth Knows No Pain
2. I Follow Rivers
3. Love Out of Lust
4. Unrequited Love
5. Get Some
6. Rich Kid Blues
7. Sadness Is a Blessing
8. I Know Places
9. Jerome
10. Silent My Song
Disc: 2
1. Youth Knows No Pain (The Lost Sessions)
2. Jerome (The Lost Sessions)
3. I Follow Rivers (The Lost Sessions)
4. I Follow Rivers (The Magician Remix)
5. I Follow Rivers (Tyler, the Creator Remix)
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About the artist
Lykke Li
Swedish singer-songwriter Lykke Li is a mystical creature, floating between realms of melancholy and euphoria with undeniable style and grace. With a voice like honey dripping from the heavens, she has enchanted audiences worldwide with her ethereal soundscapes and haunting lyrics. Li burst onto the scene in 2008 with her debut album, "Youth Novels," a collection of dreamy pop tunes that captured the hearts of music critics and fans alike. Since then, she has continued to push boundaries and defy genre conventions, constantly evolving her sound and exploring new sonic territories. Whether she's crooning over a delicate piano melody or belting out a fierce anthem, Li's vocals possess a raw emotional intensity that is impossible to ignore. Her music is a potent potion of heartache and hope, a bittersweet cocktail that leaves listeners simultaneously shattered and uplifted. But don't be fooled by her angelic exterior – Li is a force to be reckoned with. A magnetic presence on stage, she commands attention with her enigmatic persona and otherworldly charisma. Her performances are a mesmerizing blend of vulnerability and strength, drawing audiences into her spell with a flick of her wrist or a coy smile. As a music reviewer, encountering Lykke Li's music is like stumbling upon a hidden treasure in a crowded marketplace. Her music is a rare gem, a shimmering light in a sea of mediocrity. So grab your headphones, close your eyes, and let the enchanting sound of Lykke Li transport you to a world of beauty and magic.
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