Born at the Right Time (Exquisite Corpse) – The North Country
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Do penguins ever get tired of walking in lines? I don’t know… but anywaysss, it’s Alma, and today I’m talking about Born at the Right Time (Exquisite Corpse) by The North Country, an EP that somehow feels like arguing, making up, and then deciding to turn that whole mess into music.
Just in case, if you didn't know, EP stands for Extended Play. It’s basically like a mini album that is longer than a single but shorter than a full album. Usually, an EP has about 3 to 6 songs, and this one’s got six.
This EP is a mix of a lot of emotions, and every track sounds like it was created by a different person on a different day, yet they all blend perfectly. It’s chaotic, creative, and deeply human… kind of like all of us.
“Snow Day”
It starts calm and dreamy, like a quiet morning where you’re not ready to face the world yet. “It’s a snow day in my head, and I can’t get out of bed.” That line hits that tired-but-safe feeling, the kind where you’re wrapped in blankets and thoughts at the same time. The sound is soft and floaty, indie pop mixed with a little electronic haze, which is perfect for overthinking while pretending you’re chill.
“Procrastinator”
Then comes the one, personally calls me out. “Maybe I’ll do it tomorrow.” The beat is energetic, like your motivation trying to convince your brain to do something, and your brain saying, “nah, we can do it later.” It’s upbeat, funky, and ironic in the best way. Basically, it’s the anthem for everyone who swears they’ll start being productive after one more song (or maybe tomorrow, get it?).
“Born at the Right Time”
This track feels like the emotional center of the whole EP. “Born at the right time, right at the wrong time.” Tell me that doesn’t sound like the perfect line for every phase of adulthood. It’s emotional but calm, dreamy but grounded. The song blends different indie tones, creating this bittersweet feeling of knowing you’re where you’re supposed to be… but still feeling a little late.
“Inside Outside”
This one feels more introspective. “I’m inside, looking outside, and I don’t know where I belong.” It’s the kind of lyric that sneaks up on you in a simple but heavy way. The slow build of instruments makes it sound cinematic, like it’s playing in the background while you’re lost in thought. It’s about identity, perspective, and that weird space between who you are and who you want to be.
“Lucky Unlucky”
Here, the energy shifts again, but in a hopeful way. “I’ve been lucky, I’ve been unlucky, but I’m still standing here.” It’s honest and reflective, showing the mix of gratitude and exhaustion that comes from surviving things you didn’t think you could. The sound is soft pop with gentle guitar and synth touches; it is kind of like acceptance turned into melody.
“Learn to Love the Pain”
This closing song leaves a mark. “You’ve got to learn to love the pain.” It’s not a sad line, but a wise one. The sound fades slowly, like a long exhale after crying and realizing you’re okay. It’s peaceful, but in a “grown-through-it” way. A beautiful end that feels like healing disguised as music.
Born at the Right Time is the kind of EP that doesn’t chase perfection, but embraces chaos and emotion instead. The mix of indie pop and electronic layers gives it this unpredictable charm, where every song feels like a different mood you’ve had this week.
It’s raw, reflective, and oddly comforting. It reminds you that even when life feels out of order, it can still come together in ways that make sense later.
Anyway, go listen to it, but don’t blame me if it gets stuck in your head for the rest of the day.