~ Song Reviews 🎵 ~

Ah, welcome to the page that is dedicated solely to Single & Track reviews. Singles and tracks of various styles are evaluated in this section of The Musical Hype – We don’t discriminate. Track reviews are also available on the home page.

More often than not, the single reviews on the site tend to follow a format that includes an intro paragraph with background information, a body, comprised of 1-2 paragraphs of analysis, and a concluding paragraph that ‘puts a cap’ on things. Each track also receives a star rating, on a scale of 0 – 5 (½ stars are used as well), that is visible at the beginning and ending of the review.

5 out of 5 stars = MASTERPIECE

4.5 out of 5 stars = NEAR MASTERPIECE

4 out of 5 stars = EXCELLENT

3.5 out of 5 stars = VERY GOOD

3 out of 5 stars = AVERAGE / GOOD

2.5 out of 5 stars = BELOW AVERAGE

2 out of 5 stars = MEDIOCRE

1.5 out of 5 stars, 1 out of 5 stars, 0.5 out of 5 stars, 0 out of 5 stars = BAD

Track reviews generally run a minimum of 250 words with many running north of 300 words. So, music enthusiasts everywhere – Musical Hypeians worldwide – get your fix of single & track reviews down below!!!

Brent Faulkner

The Musical Hype


Katy Perry, Never Worn White | Track Review 🎵

After swinging and missing in the late 2010s, pop artist Katy Perry returns with a spark on the authentic, relatable ballad, “Never Worn White.”

Demi Lovato, I Love Me | Track Review 🎵

“I Love Me,” the second single released by Demi Lovato in 2020, excels thanks to superb production, vocals, and its overall, relatable theme.

Hayden Brenen & L.D.N, Mi Cariño | Track Review 🎵

Hayden Brenen And L.D.N Shine On New Track "Mi Cariño" (Contributed by George James). Read more here on The Musical Hype.

Jhené Aiko, Happiness Over Everything (H.O.E.) | Track Review 🎵

R&B artist Jhené Aiko keeps it sensual on her second single of 2020, “Happiness Over Everything (H.O.E.),” featuring Future & Miguel.

Jeremy Zucker, not ur friend | Track Review 🎵

After releasing “Always, I’ll Care,” pop artist Jeremy Zucker drops a second noteworthy pop single with “not ur friend.”

Pink Sweats, 17 | Track Review 🎵

Although rising R&B singer Pink Sweat$ fails to ever break a sweat on single, “17,” it’s a potent, thoughtful, and well-rounded record.

SZA & Justin Timberlake, The Other Side | Track Review

SZA & Justin Timberlake bring positive, uplifting vibes on “The Other Side,” the promo single from Trolls World Tour soundtrack.

Lady Gaga, Stupid Love | Track Review 🎵

Academy- and Grammy-Award-winner Lady Gaga makes a fun, energetic return with her first new solo single on 2020, “Stupid Love.”

Greyson Chance, Dancing Next to Me | Track Review 🎵

Greyson Chance drops a fierce pop bop about a special, but short-lived romantic experience on “Dancing Next to Me.”

Kehlani, Valentine’s Day (Shameful) | Track Review 🎵

Post-“Konclusions,” Kehlani lets the world know how she feels about her ex, YG, on the brutally honest single, “Valentine’s Day (Shameful).”