Lana Del Rey's fourth studio album, Honeymoon, released on September 18, 2015, is a lush exploration of melancholic themes, blending elements of dream pop, jazz, and blues. The album delves into narratives of love, loss, and introspection, all delivered with Del Rey's signature cinematic flair.
The album opens with the title track, "Honeymoon," setting a dreamy and somber tone. "Music to Watch Boys To" follows, featuring ethereal vocals over a hypnotic melody. "Terrence Loves You" showcases Del Rey's jazz influences, with poignant lyrics and a melancholic tune. The lead single, "High by the Beach," introduces a more contemporary beat, juxtaposing themes of escapism and disillusionment. An interlude, "Burnt Norton," features Del Rey reciting T.S. Eliot's poetry, adding a reflective pause in the album's flow. The closing track, a cover of Nina Simone's "Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood," offers a soulful and introspective finale.
Tracklist:
Side A:
A1. Honeymoon
A2. Music to Watch Boys To
A3. Terrence Loves You
A4. God Knows I Tried
Side B:
B1. High by the Beach
B2. Freak
B3. Art Deco
B4. Burnt Norton (Interlude)
Side C:
C1. Religion
C2. Salvatore
C3. The Blackest Day
Side D:
D1. 24
D2. Swan Song
D3. Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood
Polydor
2015
2LP
Translucent Red
B0023801-01
N/A