Born to Die
Lana Del Rey · 2012
57 min · 14 tracks · indie pop · indie rock · R&B
Melancholic melodies intertwine with cinematic instrumentals, creating a hauntingly beautiful soundscape of nostalgia and longing.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions melancholic reflective moments cinematic emotional landscapes
- Context
- Released on January 27, 2012, 'Born to Die' marked Lana Del Rey's major label debut, following her independent album 'Lana Del Ray A.K.A. Lizzy Grant'. This transition to a wider audience was pivotal, establishing her unique blend of vintage Americana and modern pop aesthetics that would define her career.
- If you like
- indie pop, indie rock, R&B
Born to Die is an album by Lana Del Rey, released in 2012. Melancholic melodies intertwine with cinematic instrumentals, creating a hauntingly beautiful soundscape of nostalgia and longing. 'Born to Die' achieved significant commercial success, reaching the top of charts in multiple countries and solidifying Lana Del Rey's status as a cultural icon. The album's lead single, 'Video Games', garnered widespread acclaim and is often credited with influencing the dream pop genre and shaping a new wave of artists inspired by its cinematic quality. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Born to Die sound like?
Melancholic melodies intertwine with cinematic instrumentals, creating a hauntingly beautiful soundscape of nostalgia and longing. Rooted in indie pop and indie rock.
What makes Born to Die by Lana Del Rey notable?
'Born to Die' achieved significant commercial success, reaching the top of charts in multiple countries and solidifying Lana Del Rey's status as a cultural icon. The album's lead single, 'Video Games', garnered widespread acclaim and is often credited with influencing the dream pop genre and shaping a new wave of artists inspired by its cinematic quality. Released on January 27, 2012, 'Born to Die' marked Lana Del Rey's major label debut, following her independent album 'Lana Del Ray A.K.A. Lizzy Grant'. This transition to a wider audience was pivotal, establishing her unique blend of vintage Americana and modern pop aesthetics that would define her career.
Who is Born to Die for?
Born to Die works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, melancholic reflective moments and cinematic emotional landscapes.
How many songs are on Born to Die?
Born to Die has 14 tracks, running approximately 57 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Born to Die Standout 4:46
- 2 Off to the Races 4:59
- 3 Blue Jeans 3:29
- 4 Video Games Standout 4:41
- 5 Diet Mountain Dew 3:42
- 6 National Anthem 3:50
- 7 Dark Paradise 4:03
- 8 Radio 3:34
- 9 Carmen 4:08
- 10 Million Dollar Man 3:51
- 11 Summertime Sadness Standout 4:25
- 12 This Is What Makes Us Girls 3:58
- 13 Without You 3:49
- 14 Lolita 3:42
Release Date
January 27, 2012
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
57 min 4 sec
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