I feel the same way I feel about this album that I do about “Deeper Well” by Kacey Musgraves: it’s dinner party music. You play it in the background at a dinner party on low as background noise. I think Shawn is someone I admire because he definitely has a love for the craft. You can tell he really enjoys playing his guitar and singing songs that mean a lot to him. I think from a creative standpoint, there needs to be another person in the room (besides his producer and writer friends) who gives constructive criticism before they release a song. For example, the song writing on this album for the most part is bland. I understand the concept of wanting to make an acoustic stripped back album but there’s so much you can do with acoustic production. Look at it Folklore by Taylor Swift, sure it’s a pretty laid back album production wise but every song has its own unique set of sounds. Even with his last record “Wonder,” the production on a lot of the songs was incredible! But, his songwriting and visuals really held the album back from being something better. It’s like Shawn is always at the grasp of doing something really amazing but always slightly misses the mark. He really needs to have another creative in the room who isn’t just a “yes man” to everything he puts out but challenges him sonically and lyrically.
I think this album wasn't mean to be like a pop star success but more like an album to reconnect to himself and music. Like a more intimate album. I really love the album, I'm not a fan of him but I really like what he made with this. Thanks for the video.
The month delay was pointless. Like his PR team were obviously not ready for an October release like originally and made him try to blame it on the album not being ready. Like sis, physical copies have already been printed. Heart of Gold and its video was their only shot of making it right, but it was wasn’t enough.
i think that it was supposed to be different then the rest like more folk songs but obviously not the same as the previous work. i thought it was really good though
this album is for friends and family only bc this album is just like his diary he tells everything he's been going through in the past 2/3years. and shawn said he doesn't really care abt charts so🤷♀️
It’s gonna land for people who love folk music and for his core fanbase, but overall it’s not going to land for anyone else. For an album meant to be a reflection of himself, the lyrical content holds little to no substance . Most of the songs are really short and repetitive. Also, a full album of acoustics isn’t something that’s expected for a male pop artist’s comeback. It’s definitely a boring album all around. That on top of the lack of promo. It definitely flopped. I still think he’s talented, but this isn’t it for me.
This album is so boring and so monotone it's like reminds me of a John Mayer album on his ending whenever he stopped really putting his all into music.
It is an amazing album. The promo has been nothing, but he has said this album was needed for him, he put his soul into it. Lyrically you can hear the emotion.
I honestly prefer SM & Wonder better. The production and lyricism on those was way better, IMO. Wonder, for example, had a way different sound to his previous stuff. BUT, I still like this album. It's sensual, melodic, and the lyrics are still relatable, but the songs are maybe too short to actually make a big impact. I overall like acoustic stuff. I think I'll put the album on when I'm feeling low and I need a pick me up. Although, I will say that this album as a whole, is actually more boring than his previous ones. But the album makes sense for his comeback. And I also love he was able to come back and release something he's proud of. I will definitely go and see him live if he does a tour because I do believe the songs will be great live!
From All the songs of this album I just like one song "heart of god" I feel like it's bad idea to switch genre especially to accustic music he should have come back with something more pop or try pop dance or Disco pop...like Dua lipa in her second album
@@faikhrs he made a lot of accustic songs especially in his debut album , he needs something different I feel if he go in disco pop or dance like 70s ,80s style of music he's gonna make something impressive, I know he feels good in this genre but label, contract that he signed obligate him to do something makes more money....
It's cos he's more out there promoting his sexuality and posting shirtless pictures of himself instead of figuring out a new niche market for his new album.
This album is a god-damned sleeping pill and the lyrics, honestly, are nothing special at all. That's my opinion that nobody asked, you may proceed with the rest of the comments
never been a fan either but this album is incredible!
I feel the same way I feel about this album that I do about “Deeper Well” by Kacey Musgraves: it’s dinner party music. You play it in the background at a dinner party on low as background noise. I think Shawn is someone I admire because he definitely has a love for the craft. You can tell he really enjoys playing his guitar and singing songs that mean a lot to him. I think from a creative standpoint, there needs to be another person in the room (besides his producer and writer friends) who gives constructive criticism before they release a song. For example, the song writing on this album for the most part is bland. I understand the concept of wanting to make an acoustic stripped back album but there’s so much you can do with acoustic production. Look at it Folklore by Taylor Swift, sure it’s a pretty laid back album production wise but every song has its own unique set of sounds. Even with his last record “Wonder,” the production on a lot of the songs was incredible! But, his songwriting and visuals really held the album back from being something better. It’s like Shawn is always at the grasp of doing something really amazing but always slightly misses the mark. He really needs to have another creative in the room who isn’t just a “yes man” to everything he puts out but challenges him sonically and lyrically.
I think this album wasn't mean to be like a pop star success but more like an album to reconnect to himself and music. Like a more intimate album. I really love the album, I'm not a fan of him but I really like what he made with this. Thanks for the video.
im obsessed with this album!!!! its soo good!
The month delay was pointless. Like his PR team were obviously not ready for an October release like originally and made him try to blame it on the album not being ready. Like sis, physical copies have already been printed. Heart of Gold and its video was their only shot of making it right, but it was wasn’t enough.
i love this album. and i never really listened to his other albums. also, it's like ur reading my mind ha.
I really don’t like this album. Some songs were good but this album was not it. I really liked his previous work especially last album
Interesting. I'm the complete opposite.
i think that it was supposed to be different then the rest like more folk songs but obviously not the same as the previous work. i thought it was really good though
this album is for friends and family only bc this album is just like his diary he tells everything he's been going through in the past 2/3years. and shawn said he doesn't really care abt charts so🤷♀️
Thanks for supporting this album
It’s gonna land for people who love folk music and for his core fanbase, but overall it’s not going to land for anyone else. For an album meant to be a reflection of himself, the lyrical content holds little to no substance . Most of the songs are really short and repetitive. Also, a full album of acoustics isn’t something that’s expected for a male pop artist’s comeback. It’s definitely a boring album all around. That on top of the lack of promo. It definitely flopped. I still think he’s talented, but this isn’t it for me.
This album is so boring and so monotone it's like reminds me of a John Mayer album on his ending whenever he stopped really putting his all into music.
It is an amazing album. The promo has been nothing, but he has said this album was needed for him, he put his soul into it. Lyrically you can hear the emotion.
I can't get into him like that honestly
For the longest time, same. But this album is really good.
I honestly prefer SM & Wonder better. The production and lyricism on those was way better, IMO. Wonder, for example, had a way different sound to his previous stuff.
BUT, I still like this album. It's sensual, melodic, and the lyrics are still relatable, but the songs are maybe too short to actually make a big impact. I overall like acoustic stuff. I think I'll put the album on when I'm feeling low and I need a pick me up.
Although, I will say that this album as a whole, is actually more boring than his previous ones. But the album makes sense for his comeback. And I also love he was able to come back and release something he's proud of. I will definitely go and see him live if he does a tour because I do believe the songs will be great live!
Gives room under the stairs by ZAYN Malik vibes btw a really good album
Flop. People only care abt hos look.
From All the songs of this album I just like one song "heart of god" I feel like it's bad idea to switch genre especially to accustic music he should have come back with something more pop or try pop dance or Disco pop...like Dua lipa in her second album
Dance pop would have been interesting to see.
he could do pop again but he doesn't care abt pop at least for now bc he's comfortable with this genre and it's suits him really well
@@faikhrs he made a lot of accustic songs especially in his debut album , he needs something different I feel if he go in disco pop or dance like 70s ,80s style of music he's gonna make something impressive, I know he feels good in this genre but label, contract that he signed obligate him to do something makes more money....
I might go listen to this now.
It's cos he's more out there promoting his sexuality and posting shirtless pictures of himself instead of figuring out a new niche market for his new album.
Hi bro! I really liked your video but i feel like the volumen of your voice its a little too low :(
This album is a god-damned sleeping pill and the lyrics, honestly, are nothing special at all. That's my opinion that nobody asked, you may proceed with the rest of the comments
Appreciate it. Opinions are not personal😁
Agree i prefer his previous album
HE NEEDS TO LEAVE THAT GUITAR IN HIS GARAGE AND LEARN HOW TO HAVE STAGE PRESENCE😂.
he has good stage presence even just with guitar lol
he has insane stage presence... you can have that with a guitar lmfao