Alexis Jordan
Alexis Jordan · 2011
40 min · 11 tracks · pop music
A vibrant pop debut blending infectious hooks with danceable beats and heartfelt lyrics.
Top tracks — play these first
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Happiness — As the lead single, 'Happiness' encapsulates the album's uplifting spirit with its catchy chorus and positive message, establishing Jordan as a pop force.
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Good Girl — 'Good Girl' stands out for its infectious beat and confident lyrics, highlighting Jordan's ability to deliver both empowerment and fun in her music.
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How You Like Me Now? — This track showcases a more assertive side of Jordan, combining catchy melodies with themes of self-assurance that resonate with many listeners.
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The Air That I Breathe — 'The Air That I Breathe' offers a reflective moment on the album, blending emotional depth with smooth production that showcases Jordan's vocal range.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features catchy hooks and danceable beats but lacks depth and uniqueness in its overall sound.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature upbeat tempos and strong hooks, establishing a danceable energy that carries through the early part of the album.
- Several tracks incorporate layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the pop sensibility.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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4/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. 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
- uplifting and positive vibes
- steady mid-tempo flow
- infectious hooks for engagement
- great for casual listening
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 2011, Alexis Jordan's self-titled debut album arrived after her breakout on 'America's Got Talent' and subsequent signing with Roc Nation. This record marked her transition into a full-fledged recording artist, showcasing her vocal prowess and commercial potential following early success.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Katy Perry· Rihanna· Demi Lovato
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Happiness
The bridge shifts from describing joy to declaring it as a choice, emphasizing personal agency in pursuit of happiness.
This lyrical pivot reinforces the empowering message of the song, positioning happiness as an active decision rather than a passive feeling.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Happiness 4:03
- 2 Good Girl 3:56
- 3 How You Like Me Now? 3:13
- 4 Say That 3:23
- 5 Love Mist 3:19
- 6 Habit 3:35
- 7 Hush Hush 3:42
- 8 High Road 3:07
- 9 Shout Shout 4:08
- 10 Laying Around 4:01
- 11 The Air That I Breathe 4:06
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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