What does A Woman's Worth sound like?

A blend of soulful melodies and intricate piano arrangements that empower and uplift through heartfelt lyrics. Rooted in contemporary R&B and hip-hop. Start with "A Woman's Worth (original radio version)".

Is A Woman's Worth a good place to start with Alicia Keys?

Yes, A Woman's Worth is recommended as a starting point for new Alicia Keys listeners. A blend of soulful melodies and intricate piano arrangements that empower and uplift through heartfelt lyrics. Released on October 16, 2001, 'A Woman's Worth' was a pivotal moment in Alicia Keys' early career, coming just after her critically acclaimed debut album 'Songs in A Minor'. This single solidified her presence in the contemporary R&B scene, showcasing her songwriting prowess and vocal talent while establishing her as a voice for empowerment.

Who is A Woman's Worth for?

A Woman's Worth works well if you're into empowering anthems for self-worth, short bursts of energetic vibes and for uplifting moments.

How many songs are on A Woman's Worth?

A Woman's Worth has 5 tracks, running approximately 21 minutes.

Released 25 years ago this October

A Woman's Worth

Alicia Keys · 2001

21 min · 5 tracks · contemporary R&B

A blend of soulful melodies and intricate piano arrangements that empower and uplift through heartfelt lyrics.

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Top tracks — play these first

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A Woman's Worth (original radio version) Start here — This track embodies the album's core message of empowerment, featuring poignant lyrics that celebrate women's value and integrity within personal relationships.
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Fallin' — As one of Keys' breakout hits, this song showcases her ability to blend emotional vulnerability with catchy melodies, illustrating her unique sound and lyrical depth.
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A Woman's Worth (remix radio version) — The remix updates the original with a fresh production style while maintaining its powerful message, demonstrating Keys' versatility and appeal across different audiences.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

57 /100

Foothills

Higher than 48% of albums we've rated

The single showcases strong songwriting and production but lacks cohesion due to multiple remixes.

What we noticed

The original radio version features a prominent piano melody that carries the song, while the vocal delivery is both powerful and nuanced.
The remix versions introduce different beats and arrangements, altering the song's feel while maintaining its core melody.

Composition 25% of the score: 8/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

Influence 6/10

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

empowering anthems for self-worth
short bursts of energetic vibes
for uplifting moments
celebratory tracks for gatherings

Maybe skip if you

prefer lengthy immersive experiences
seek deep narrative explorations

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Solidified her reputation following her debut, gaining significant acclaim and recognition.
Themes: women's empowerment· personal integrity
Moods: Energetic
Career context: Released on October 16, 2001, 'A Woman's Worth' was a pivotal moment in Alicia Keys' early career, coming just after her critically acclaimed debut album 'Songs in A Minor'. This single solidified her presence in the contemporary R&B scene, showcasing her songwriting prowess and vocal talent while establishing her as a voice for empowerment.
Stylistic neighbors: John Legend· H.E.R.· Anderson .Paak