The album explores heavy, often controversial subject matter, described by Del Rey as "so dark it's almost unlistenable". Lana Del Rey – Ultraviolence Lyrics - Genius
Released on June 13, 2014, Ultraviolence is the third studio album by American singer-songwriter Lana Del Rey. Marked by a shift from the polished hip-hop and pop influences of her debut, Born to Die , the record embraces a rawer, guitar-heavy sound characterized by dream pop, psychedelic rock, and slowcore. Production and Musical Style lana_del_rey_ultraviolence
Produced primarily by of The Black Keys, the album was recorded in live takes with a Nashville-based band. This approach resulted in an atmospheric, organic aesthetic defined by: Production and Musical Style Produced primarily by of
Del Rey’s delivery ranges from a sedated "childlike coo" to an operatic soprano, often sounding intimate and immediate. and jazz-inspired chord progressions.
Influenced by the Beat Generation poets (like Allen Ginsberg), the writing often followed a "first thought, best thought" stream-of-consciousness style. Themes and Narratives
Prominent reverb-drenched electric guitars, wobbly synths, cinematic strings, and jazz-inspired chord progressions.