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In the world of indie rock, where lines between genres often blur, there’s a persistent debate about where music should be categorized. Is a track written for a dance performance simply a footnote, or does it carry the same weight as a sprawling, complex album?
Some argue that music written for specific functions, like choreography or performance, naturally belongs in the category of minor works on an artist’s discography. The argument suggests that the true measure of an artist’s genius lies in their studio output rather than their performance scores.
This perspective is often challenged by artists who insist that creative output should be judged by its ambition and reach. For instance, there’s a frequent dismissal of works that don’t fit the traditional mold—a sentiment we often hear about classic works like Sufjan Stevens’ Illinois, where some debate exists over whether the performance-focused compositions should be weighted equally with studio recordings.
This is the mindset we need when approaching the new single from Perfume Genius, “Natural High.” While the song is clearly rooted in the energy of a dance performance, dismissing it as secondary ignores its undeniable scope and ambition.
“Natural High” demonstrates that a track doesn’t need a specific genre label to command attention. It possesses the same level of creative reach and artistic ambition as any other piece in the Perfume Genius catalog.
Instead of confining the music to a niche category, the focus should be on the inherent quality and impact of the work itself, regardless of whether it originated on the dance floor or in a studio session. It’s a reminder that true musical merit exists far beyond conventional genre boundaries.
The track stands as a powerful example of how artistic intention transcends categorization, proving that the most ambitious music often defies simple sorting.
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