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After a period of trial and error (including the scrapped CollXtion II: Unsolved experiment where she invited fans to vote on demos), Allie X emerged with a cohesive, ten-track record that felt both mainstream-ready and fiercely idiosyncratic. A Masterclass in Dark-Pop Production allie x collxtion ii
While CollXtion I (2015) introduced us to her glossy, heartbreaking sound, it was —released on June 9, 2017—that cemented her reputation as a master of melancholic hooks. This isn't just an album; it’s a concept piece about Los Angeles disillusionment, toxic relationships, and the terrifying vulnerability of fame. Allie X's artistic vision is both ambitious and
Allie X's artistic vision is both ambitious and uncompromising, and COLLXTION II is a testament to her creativity and perseverance. As she continues to push the boundaries of pop music and explore new sounds and themes, we can't help but be excited for what's next from this talented young artist. More importantly, it solidified Allie X’s reputation as
In retrospect, CollXtion II anticipated several trends: the 2020s “sad girl synth-pop” wave (Lorde’s Melodrama , Billie Eilish’s WHEN WE ALL FALL ASLEEP… ), the de-stigmatization of discussing mental illness in pop, and the embrace of hyper-ironic personas (e.g., Poppy, Slayyyter). More importantly, it solidified Allie X’s reputation as a cult artist who prioritizes concept over chart placement.
The opening track, "Paper Love," set the tone. It wasn't a simple love song; it was a cautionary tale. "I got a paper heart / But it still beats." Allie had realized that in her pursuit of pop perfection, she had rendered herself fragile. She was two-dimensional, made of paper, trying to survive in a three-dimensional world. The song was a masterpiece of contrasts—a breezy, whistling melody masking the terrifying vulnerability of being easily torn apart.