What makes Attitude by Troop notable?

The album features the hit single 'Spread My Wings,' which became a staple on R&B charts, further establishing Troop's influence during the late 80s. 'Attitude' was well-received critically, praised for its polished production and vocal performances, which contributed to its commercial success. In 1989, Troop released 'Attitude' as their sophomore album, following their successful self-titled debut. This album marked a significant moment in their career as they sought to solidify their presence in the R&B scene, showcasing an evolution in sound and lyrical depth.

How many songs are on Attitude?

Attitude has 11 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.

Released 37 years ago this October

Attitude

Troop · 1989

49 min · 11 tracks · rhythm and blues

Smooth harmonies and lush production intertwine, creating a rich tapestry of rhythm and blues infused with soulful melodies.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Spread My Wings — This track showcases Troop's ability to blend heartfelt lyrics with soaring melodies, becoming one of their signature songs that defined the era.
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That's My Attitude — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of confidence and self-expression, featuring catchy hooks and a danceable groove that resonates with listeners.
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My Love — 'My Love' highlights the group's smooth vocal harmonies and romantic lyricism, illustrating their skill in crafting intimate ballads that connect emotionally.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

46 /100

Foothills

Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album showcases solid vocal performances and production but lacks cohesion due to remix tracks disrupting its flow.

What we noticed

The first five tracks maintain a consistent mid-tempo groove, while the sixth track introduces a slower ballad that shifts the album's energy.
Vocal harmonies are layered throughout, with multiple members contributing to create a rich texture in the choruses.
The last two tracks feature remixes and reprises of earlier songs, which disrupts the flow established by the preceding material.

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: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 My Music 4:24
2 That's My Attitude 4:56
3 I'm Not Soupped 4:23
4 My Love 3:45
5 Spread My Wings 4:42
6 All I Do Is Think of You 4:54
7 I Will Always Love You 5:06
8 Another Lover 5:01
9 For You 4:28
10 I'm Not Soupped (remix) 4:37
11 Spread My Wings (reprise) 2:55

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