Top tracks — play these first
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Juke Box Hero Start here — This track became an anthem for music lovers, celebrating the passion of aspiring musicians and showcasing Foreigner's powerful guitar riffs.
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Waiting for a Girl Like You — As one of Foreigner's signature ballads, this song exemplifies their ability to blend rock intensity with heartfelt emotion, resonating deeply with audiences.
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Urgent — 'Urgent' stands out for its infectious groove and innovative use of a saxophone riff, reflecting the band's willingness to experiment within rock conventions.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends hard rock anthems with polished ballads, showcasing strong hooks and memorable arrangements.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a mid-tempo track and quickly shifts to the upbeat anthem 'Juke Box Hero', establishing a dynamic contrast.
- Several tracks feature prominent keyboard arrangements, particularly in 'Urgent', which includes a saxophone solo that stands out.
- The ballads, such as 'Waiting for a Girl Like You', are structured with extended instrumental sections that build tension before the vocal delivery.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- melodic emotional journeys
- dynamic storytelling arcs
- late-night reflective vibes
- steady pacing with builds
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — '4' solidified Foreigner's status with major commercial success and hit singles.
- Career context
- By the time '4' was released in July 1981, Foreigner had already established themselves as a major force in rock music, following the success of their previous albums. This record marked their commercial peak, featuring some of their most recognizable hits and solidifying their reputation in the genre.
Tracklist
- 1 Night Life 3:50
- 2 Juke Box Hero Start here 4:20
- 3 Break It Up 4:13
- 4 Waiting for a Girl Like You 4:53
- 5 Luanne 3:26
- 6 Urgent 4:31
- 7 I’m Gonna Win 4:52
- 8 Woman in Black 4:46
- 9 Girl on the Moon 3:53
- 10 Don’t Let Go 3:49
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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