What makes Alligator Woman by Cameo notable?

'Alligator Woman' received critical acclaim and helped to further establish Cameo as a prominent group in the early '80s funk scene. The title track gained significant airplay, contributing to the group's popularity and influencing the sound of contemporary R&B and funk artists. Released on March 22, 1982, 'Alligator Woman' is Cameo's sixth studio album, arriving during a period of commercial success following their hit 'Word Up!' in 1986. At this point, Cameo was solidifying its reputation as a leading act in the funk and R&B genres, showcasing their unique blend of sounds.

Who is Alligator Woman for?

Alligator Woman works well if you're into steady groove for dancing, carefree vibes for celebrations and short bursts of joy.

How many songs are on Alligator Woman?

Alligator Woman has 8 tracks, running approximately 30 minutes.

Alligator Woman

Cameo · 1982

30 min · 8 tracks · funk

A vibrant fusion of funk and disco, driven by infectious grooves and smooth vocal harmonies.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Alligator Woman — The title track encapsulates the album's playful spirit with its catchy hook and lively instrumentation, showcasing Cameo's signature funk style.
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Be Yourself — This opening track sets an empowering tone for the album, blending uplifting lyrics with a danceable beat that encourages individuality.
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Enjoy Your Life — With its infectious melody and positive message, this song highlights Cameo's knack for combining fun grooves with meaningful themes.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album showcases solid funk compositions with engaging grooves but lacks a strong cohesive narrative.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent use of syncopated bass lines and brass sections that drive the rhythm across all tracks.
Vocal harmonies are layered throughout, with multiple singers contributing to the lead in various songs, creating a rich texture.
Several tracks incorporate call-and-response elements, engaging listeners and enhancing the live performance feel.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 3/10

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

steady groove for dancing
carefree vibes for celebrations
short bursts of joy
feel-good anthems for gatherings

Maybe skip if you

prefer long, introspective albums
seek complex, experimental sounds

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on March 22, 1982, 'Alligator Woman' is Cameo's sixth studio album, arriving during a period of commercial success following their hit 'Word Up!' in 1986. At this point, Cameo was solidifying its reputation as a leading act in the funk and R&B genres, showcasing their unique blend of sounds.
Stylistic neighbors: Parliament· Earth, Wind & Fire· The Gap Band