Puberty 2

Puberty 2 (2016) finds Mitski working in a space between indie rock and artful pop, pairing intimate, confessional lyrics about identity, desire, and loneliness with arrangements that move from hushed piano ballads to explosive, guitar-driven climaxes. Her vocal delivery oscillates between fragile quiet and intense outburst, and the album is notable for its dramatic dynamics, precise melodic hooks, and a cinematic sense of space that frames songs such as "Your Best American Girl."