With the Grammy nominations announced, its time for my annual review of every album of the year nominee. Track information in this review if courtesy of genius.com.
"Harry's House" - Harry Styles
Columbia/Erskine Records
1) "Music for a Sushi Restaurant"
This is relating to his desire for a relationship; "If the stars were edible, And our hearts were never full....Could we live with just a taste".
2) "Late Night Talking"
This track is very lyrical; "I've never been a fan of change, But I'd follow you to any place, If it's Hollwood or Bishopgate". I wish there was more of a bridge.
3) "Grapejuice"
This is a song of reflection.
4) "As It Was"
A reflection on past & loneliness; "Answer the phone, 'Harry you're no good alone, Why are you sitting at home on the floor? What kind of pills are you on' ".
5) "Daylight"
Harry is being pushed away by his partner; "Get the picture cut out my middle. You ain't got time for me right now".
6) "Little Freak"
This is a ballad about how a previous relationship slipped away; "Jumped in feet first and I landed too hard. A broken ankle, Karma rules. You never saw my birthmark".
7) "Matilda"
This is about somebody being mistreated by family; "You don't have to be sorry for leavin' and growin' up".
8) "Cinema"
Dealing with the early, uncertain part of a relationship.
9) "Daydreaming"
An upbeat track on how a relationship feels like a daydream,. There's not much there lyrically.
10) "Keep Driving"
Dealing with perseverance this could use more with the backing instrumentals.
11) "Satellite"
This is about a lack of communication; "We share the last line, Then we drink the wall till we wanna talk". Everything just falls into place with this track.
12) "Boyfriends"
This is about how boyfriends mistreat their partners, looking at a perspective couple; "You love a fool who knows how to get under your skin". There's a perfect folksy feel to this track.
13) "Love Of My Life"
With a tranquil feel, this is about Harry's love of home.
There are a number of standout tracks in "Harry's House". This album has me hoping that Harry's next project is along the lines of Taylor Swift's "Folklore" & "Evermore". (89)
"In These Silent Days" - Brandi Carlile: 96
"Renaissance" - Beyonce: 93
"30"- Adele: 92
"Mr Morales & The Big Steppers" - Kendrick Lamar: 90
"Harry's House" - Harry Styles: 89
"Special" - Lizzo: 88
"Good Morning Gorgeous" (Deluxe) - Mary J Blige: 82
"Un Verano Sin Ti" - Bad Bunny: 81
"Music Of The Spheres" - Coldplay: 77
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