5 Reasons You Should Listen to ‘You Get It or You Don’t’ by D’Lourdes
- Louise Clark
- Jul 3
- 2 min read
In a time when much of mainstream pop still favors polish over personality, D’Lourdes arrives with a debut album that’s anything but safe. You Get It or You Don’t is bold, emotionally raw, and impossible to pin down—an unapologetic statement from a queer, Filipino-American artist who’s rewriting the rules of alternative pop from the inside out. Whether you're looking for music that speaks directly to identity, or just something that feels real, here are five reasons why this album deserves your full attention:
It's a Genre-Bending Masterclass
This isn’t your typical debut. D’Lourdes fearlessly blends alternative rock, funk grooves, and soul-infused R&B into a cohesive, ever-shifting sound. The production feels handmade and unpredictable in the best way—like each song is unfolding in real time, revealing new layers with every listen.
The Lyrics Are Unapologetically Personal
Every line feels lived-in. D’Lourdes writes like someone who’s done the work of confronting themselves—and invites you to do the same. The album’s emotional core is rooted in queer experience, but the themes of misfit identity, emotional survival, and self-liberation are universal.
That Voice Will Stop You in Your Tracks
D’Lourdes doesn’t just sing—they command. From tender falsettos to cathartic belts, their vocal delivery is theatrical without ever feeling overdone. It’s a performance that demands your attention and rewards it, again and again.
It Challenges the Listener—in a Good Way
This isn’t background music. You Get It or You Don’t asks something of you. It refuses to simplify itself for easy consumption, which makes connecting with it all the more rewarding. The album trusts you to meet it with openness and curiosity.
It’s a Voice We Need Right Now
At a time when queer, POC, and non-binary voices are still fighting for full visibility in mainstream music, D’Lourdes stands tall with a debut that refuses to shrink itself. Their presence—and this project—represent a shift toward authenticity, complexity, and true artistic freedom.
