HAIM recently released their fourth album, I Quit, and I went into it with high hopes—especially after the bombastic, catchy lead single “Relationships” set the tone for what I thought would be another dynamic record from the trio.
Unfortunately, that momentum quickly faltered with subsequent singles like “Down To Be Wrong” and “Everybody’s Trying to Figure Me Out,” which leaned into a mellower, less engaging direction that felt like a step back.
That said, there are still standout moments. “Gone” cleverly samples George Michael’s Freedom! ’90, while “Now It’s Time” borrows from U2’s Numb with an anthemic energy that helps elevate the album.
I kept yearning for the vibrant synth-pop spark that defined their debut Days Are Gone, and thankfully, glimpses of that shine through on tracks like “Million Years” and “Spinning,” both of which pulse with that infectious HAIM energy.
Lyrically and musically, I Quit shows the band taking more creative risks and diving deeper into introspection, but the album’s inconsistent tone makes it feel a bit all over the map.
There’s ambition here—and moments of brilliance—but it doesn’t quite cohere into a satisfying whole.
I quit gets: 📷📷📷📷📷📷/10.
HAIM – I quit [Streaming]
