After a long wait, Alessia Cara, winner of the Grammy for Best New Artist in 2018, has released her fourth studio album, Love & Hyperbole. Released on February 14, coinciding with Valentine's Day, this album marks a new chapter in Alessia's artistic journey, showcasing both personal and musical growth.
Along with the album's release, Alessia has announced an extensive tour that will take her across North America and Europe in the coming months. However, despite her Italian heritage, the tour does not include any stops in Italy.
Review of Love & Hyperbole, Alessia Cara's New Album
The album opens with Go Outside!, a track designed to immediately capture listeners' attention. Alessia showcases her remarkable ability to effortlessly weave lyrics and melodies. The freshness of this track offers just a glimpse of what’s to come, as each song unfolds like a chapter in a broader narrative, reflecting on the many facets of love and relationships.
Next comes Left Alone, a song that immerses listeners in a more melancholic atmosphere, allowing them to further appreciate Alessia’s lyrical depth. Here, a sense of vulnerability and sincerity emerges—distinctive traits of her songwriting.
You pulled on my heartstrings
Now you’re just on my nerves
One of the highlights of the album is undoubtedly Get To You. The power and drama of Alessia's voice blend seamlessly with evocative lines such as this:
An apparition on the other side of the table
Did I imagine you there?
Here, Alessia's artistic growth is unmistakable, as she manages to convey fragility not only through her lyrics but especially through her vocal delivery.
The lead single, Isn’t It Obvious, features an engaging rhythm and an inviting melody. The album stands out for its rapid emotional shifts, moving from laments to celebrations of new beginnings. Alessia skillfully plays with her jazz and pop influences, allowing her to create a sophisticated sound.
It wouldn’t be an Alessia Cara album without a self-reflective anthem about the fear of wasting time. In Love & Hyperbole, this theme is explored in Subside. The song begins as if it were captured from a phone recording before launching into an instrumental base that leads straight to the chorus, confronting the listener with a harsh reality.
Nothing good ever lasts
The girl I was never came back
Closing with Clearly, the album serves as an invitation to reflection, summarizing the journey and experiences narrated throughout. Listeners are left with a sense of fulfillment, as if each song has contributed to the creation of a story about love and personal growth.
In Love & Hyperbole, Alessia Cara does not disappoint—on the contrary, she refreshes her sound while staying true to her roots. Each track is an example of how her songwriting and voice can transform personal experiences into unforgettable melodies. This album is, without a doubt, one of her most solid and cohesive works, as it offers entertainment, introspection, and beauty. Love & Hyperbole is a journey worth taking—an ode to love in all its forms.
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