Moving, Complex and Classic
Trustfall is P!nk’s ninth studio album depicting her change both as an artist and person. With a mix of ballads, synth pop, country pop and a hint of the disco fever, the range of genre influences creates an extremely interesting listen. Its themes of love and being able to dance on her own may fit a typical narrative of a mainstream pop album but nonetheless it is highly relatable and moving.
The opening track “When I Get There” is a touching vocal focused song. The production and mix are clean making her vocals hit even harder than they already do. The song progresses with strings setting up for the next track “Trustfall.”
“Trustfall” is quite different from the opening track since it is heavily influenced by synth pop and generally more upbeat. It feels like a P!nk song that came out ten years ago but in the best way possible. The nostalgia factor captures fans in a way that aids them in remembering why P!nk is such a beloved pop artist. The vocals are dreamy and they are matched with reverb-drenched ‘80s bells. With a dreamlike feel and fervent vocals, it continues to keep the album flowing despite its change in sound and genres.
“Turbulence” feels as if it combines the first two tracks in order to support the album’s cohesiveness, but with the fifth track “Kids in Love,” the folk and country influences begin to take center stage. This allows the album to be well rounded, combining the sounds of several mainstream pop albums as well as other genres.
The last four tracks on the album close it off with heavy emotions with most of the songs being incredibly stripped back and vocal based. Though there are a few dance tracks on the album, it is clearly an album meant to move its listeners to feel emotional. Despite its mix of sub genres, the album is still cohesive with a clear message of love in all aspects.
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