Amazing
Seal · 2007
25 min · 4 tracks · contemporary R&B
A smooth blend of contemporary R&B and house beats wrapped in Seal's velvety vocals creates an immersive sonic experience.
Top tracks — play these first
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Amazing (original version) — The original version encapsulates Seal's signature sound with emotive lyrics and rich melodies, setting the stage for the album's explorations.
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Amazing (Thin White Duke remix) — This remix transforms the original into a vibrant dance track, illustrating how Seal's music bridges pop and electronic genres effectively.
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Amazing (Kaskade remix) — Kaskade's version enhances the song with deep house elements, further broadening its appeal and demonstrating its versatility across different musical landscapes.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The remixes enhance the original track's appeal, but the overall composition remains straightforward and familiar.
What we noticed
- Each remix introduces different elements, with the Thin White Duke remix emphasizing atmospheric synths while Kaskade's version incorporates a more upbeat tempo.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
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.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — Features remixes of a notable track, but not a primary album in his catalog.
- Career context
- By the time 'Amazing' was released in 2007, Seal was already a well-established artist, known for his distinctive voice and fusion of genres. This album, featuring remixes of the title track, arrived after his acclaimed 2003 album 'Seal IV', marking a moment where he began exploring more dance-oriented sounds.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sade· Maxwell· Lana Del Rey
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Amazing (original version)
The chorus expresses profound admiration, shifting between vulnerability and strength as it reflects on love's transformative power.
This duality captures the emotional complexity of love while showcasing Seal's ability to blend lyrical depth with infectious melody.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Amazing (original version) 3:02
- 2 Amazing (Thin White Duke remix) 6:56
- 3 Amazing (Kaskade remix) 6:34
- 4 Amazing (Bill Hamel vocal mix) 9:08
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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