Halsey presents The Great Impersonator as a call for serious recognition, yet the album's influences appear superficial, lacking deeper connections and context.
The bulk of the references on Impersonator are cosmetic at best, with tracks like "Letter to God (1983)" sharing only rhythmic similarities to Bruce Springsteen without deeper ties.
Despite the eclectic influences cited, many tracks feel disconnected from the artists they claim to reference, leading to a sense of discordance between image and music.
The album’s intent to align with iconic artists is undermined by the superficial nature of its references, highlighting a significant gap between Halsey’s aspirations and her musical execution.
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