Review
'I Never Learn' dives deep into the messy aftermath of heartbreak with a haunting clarity that only Lykke Li could deliver. The Swedish songstress stripped everything back for her third album, creating a beautifully barren landscape where her voice pierces through like moonlight in darkness. Working alongside Björn Yttling and Greg Kurstin, Li crafted a concise emotional journey that clocks in at just over half an hour but leaves impressions that last for days. The album's intentionally melancholic tone isn't just sad—it's cathartic, like watching storm clouds gather and finally burst.
Li's vocals shine brightest when they're at their most vulnerable, particularly on the raw 'Love Me Like I'm Not Made of Stone' where every crack in her voice tells its own story. The more hook-driven moments like 'No Rest for the Wicked' and 'Gunshot' balance the album's intimate moments with surprising catchiness, proving that sadness can be sublime when shaped by skilled hands. This 2014 release stands as a testament to Li's artistic vision—a self-produced exploration that transforms personal pain into universal truth through atmospheric production and unflinching honesty. - Romy
