Review
Sia's "Colour The Small One" is an album that wears its heart on its sleeve, with a haunting atmosphere that's both captivating and emotionally raw. The music is a delicate blend of sparse acoustic instrumentation and subtle electronic touches, with chamber pop elements that add a touch of elegance to the overall sound. On tracks like "Sunday", Sia gets creative with the instrumentation, incorporating accordion, flute, and clarinet to create a warm, organic texture that's pretty hard to resist. Her voice is the real star of the show, though - it's silky and husky, and she uses it to deliver some seriously heartfelt lyrics. Whether she's belting out a mid-tempo track like "Rewrite" or stripping things back for a more introspective song, Sia's voice is always the focal point.
"Breathe Me" is a real standout track on the album, with mournful piano and lyrics that are unflinchingly honest about vulnerability and neediness. It's a powerful example of Sia's ability to craft songs that are both deeply personal and universally relatable - okay, scratch that, it's just a darn good song. Throughout "Colour The Small One", Sia's voice glides effortlessly over the music, delivering well-crafted lyrics with a quiet power and grace that's pretty impressive. The album is a compelling introduction to Sia's solo work, and it's clear that she's an artist with a lot to say - and the talent to say it in a way that's both subtle and sophisticated. - Chase
Artist Bio
Sia is a singer-songwriter from Adelaide, Australia, who began releasing music in the late 1990s with her debut album *OnlySee*. Known for her powerful pop and electronica sound, she broke through with tracks like "Breathe Me" and later achieved international success with albums such as *1000 Forms of Fear* and *This Is Acting*. Sia is recognized for her collaborations—most notably as part of the supergroup LSD with Labrinth and Diplo—and for her unique approach to privacy, often concealing her face during performances. She’s received gold certifications in Australia and has landed on charts around the world thanks to singles like "Chandelier" and the seasonal favorite "Snowman". Fans of performers like Ellie Goulding, Rihanna, and Florence + The Machine may find her style especially appealing.
