Madison Beer’s long-anticipated second studio album, “Silence Between Songs,” was released back in September. This album is a perfectly cohesive collection of songs that flows smoothly—just like Beer’s angelic voice—from the first track to the final one. The album covers a variety of subjects, such as falling in love, growing up and family relationships. This album displays not only her one-of-a-kind vocal talent but also her ability to craft deeply impactful lyrics.

Back in 2021, Beer released one of the singles from the album, “Reckless.” This song quickly became a viral hit on social media apps such as TikTok, making listeners eager to hear more from the rising pop star. She followed this one up with another popular song in 2022, titled “Dangerous.” In early 2023, she released “Home To Another One,” which she also turned into an acoustic version and later remixed in collaboration with Timbaland. These three releases are some of Beer’s best work and created momentum for the singer to put out this perfectly crafted album. Additionally, she put out “Spinnin” and “Showed Me (How I Fell In Love With You)” as singles a month before the album was released, developing even more excitement for the whole compilation.

One of my favorite tracks on “Silence Between Songs” is titled “17.” In this song, Beer reflects on growing up, expressing her sadness at how quickly it feels like our early years pass by. It hits hard, listening as someone who has recently entered my twenties when I feel like just yesterday I was 17. Additionally, this song serves as a reminder that the celebrities we feel distanced from are also real people experiencing the same emotions we do.

In addition to “17,” Beer produced a few other tracks that reflect on her sense of self. “Spinnin” and “I Wonder” depict uncertainty, confusion and feeling stuck in life. In “Envy the Leaves,” she sings about her jealousy of nature—how the leaves do not have to face the complex problems that humans do. In the title track, “Silence Between Songs,” Beer is vulnerable about how she can struggle with being alone with her thoughts, discussing how she copes with this experience. It is refreshing to hear lyrics that are open about mental health without a wall of metaphors hiding the true meaning of the songs. Beer took a brave step in creating these candid stories in her latest lyrics, setting herself apart as an artist prepared to be vulnerable to connect with her fanbase.

“Ryder” is another emotional song that hits home for me, in which Beer reflects on her relationship with her younger brother. The lyrics show that they were “two kids caught in the crossfire,” but they were able to make it through because they had each other. While the song is not a mirror image of my relationship with my siblings, I connect with it through Beer’s expression of how much love and compassion she has for her little brother.

Along with relatable songs that appeal to a large audience, Beer included a few love ballads on the album. “Nothing Matters But You” and “Showed Me (How I Fell In Love With You)” provide insight into the beautifully romantic side of Beer’s dating life. She sings about the feeling of falling in love, developing trust and finally feeling safe in a relationship. These songs are balanced out, however, by “Sweet Relief,” “Home To Another One,” “Dangerous” and “Reckless,” which offer a candid perspective on the feelings that arise when relationships, for many different reasons, do not work out. She highlights her experiences with cheating, being left broken-hearted and wanting someone you shouldn’t be with. Beer doesn’t sugarcoat the details about what her romantic relationships have been like.

On tracks eight and 14, Beer shifts gears and focuses on disappointing relationships that are not necessarily romantic. Both “At Your Worst” and “King of Everything” appear to be call-outs, but pain and disappointment are reflected through Beer’s voice, rather than feelings of anger and contempt. While she does not explicitly say who these songs are about, they are obviously inspired by men in Beer’s life who let her down.

Not only does Beer have an incredible vocal range, but she has the ability to produce songs about a broad range of subjects. “Silence Between Songs” explores a multitude of relationship types, including Beer’s relationship with herself. These 14 beautiful songs are a well-crafted collection that flows from the start of the album to the finish. Beer’s soothing, Disney-princess-like voice can help anyone get through the winter blues and make them feel a little bit less alone.