We Think It’s Love by Nathalie: A Chaotic Pop Gem That Still Slaps (Kinda)
Alright, let’s get this straight—Nathalie’s We Think It’s Love isn’t gonna blow your mind like some indie masterpiece or reinvent pop-rock from scratch. But damn, if you’re into early 2000s vibes with a Swedish twist, this album hits just hard enough to make you press repeat… maybe twice. Released back in 2006 via Palladium Music, it’s got that sugary-sweet pop punch mixed with rock edges that feels both dated and kinda nostalgic at the same time.
Now, I gotta shout out two tracks here because they stuck with me for different reasons. First up, “We Think It’s Love.” Yeah, yeah, same title as the album—who cares? This track is pure bubblegum chaos wrapped in electric guitars. The chorus slams you over the head like a catchy but slightly annoying ex who won’t leave you alone. You hate it, but also? You kinda don’t. It’s one of those songs where you think, "Man, this should’ve been huge," but instead, it probably got lost in the shuffle of Britney Spears and Avril Lavigne ruling the airwaves.
Then there’s “Song For Mama.” Oh man, talk about an emotional gut-punch. Like, who doesn’t have feelings about their mom, right? Nathalie brings the drama here without going full-on cheeseball. The melody builds slow, pulling on heartstrings like she knows exactly what buttons to push. And honestly, after hearing this, I called my own mom. Not kidding. No shame in admitting when a song makes you go soft, even if it’s not perfect.
The rest of the album has its moments too—like “Did You Love Me,” which is basically breakup angst set to music—but nothing else really grabs you by the throat like these two do. There are points where it all starts feeling repetitive, like Nathalie couldn’t decide whether she wanted to be edgy or cutesy. But hey, that’s part of the charm, right? Imperfect yet unforgettable.
Here’s the kicker though: listening to We Think It’s Love today feels weirdly refreshing. In a world drowning in hyper-produced TikTok hits and brooding sadboy playlists, this record reminds us how raw and unpolished pop used to be. Sure, it ain’t flawless, but sometimes messy beats boring any day of the week.
And look, if nothing else sticks with you from this review, remember this: good music doesn’t need to change your life—it just needs to remind you you’re alive. Now crank up “We Think It’s Love” and try not singing along. Bet you can’t.
