Review
Daya's debut album, "Sit Still, Look Pretty," which hit the shelves on October 7, 2016, is like a youthful, vibrant blast of indie pop and electronic beats. It's a delightful mix of tracks that swing from upbeat to downtempo, showing off Daya's impressive versatility. Fun fact: the singles "Hide Away" and "Sit Still, Look Pretty" are total rockstars in their own right, both going Platinum and lighting up charts—"Hide Away" even peaked at number 23 on the Billboard Hot 100!
The album isn't just about catchy beats; it's packed with themes of female empowerment. Daya's out here making sure young girls know it's okay (and totally awesome) to chase their dreams and be independent. The title track, "Sit Still, Look Pretty," is bursting with an empowering chorus that's just too relatable. And don't sleep on "Cool," a promotional single that stirred up plenty of love from fans and critics alike.
Critics had a bit of a rollercoaster experience with the album. Rolling Stone quipped that it might not be super unique but gave nods to Daya's soulful vibe on those leading singles. AllMusic handed it a solid three-and-a-half stars, dubbing it a fun alternative to the darker alt-pop paths trodden by post-Lorde acts. Commercially, it made some notable marks, reaching number 36 on the US Billboard 200 and snatching a Gold certification with over 500,000 units sold. A promising start for sure! - Iris
