Be Right Back
Jorja Smith · 2021
25 min · 8 tracks · contemporary R&B
A soulful exploration of love and loss, blending contemporary R&B with intimate storytelling across atmospheric soundscapes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Addicted — This track opens the EP with a haunting melody that reflects vulnerability, serving as a bold declaration of Smith's artistic maturity.
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Bussdown — With its confident delivery and catchy hook, this track captures the essence of modern relationships while showcasing Smith's vocal versatility.
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Home — In this introspective piece, Smith explores themes of belonging and nostalgia, grounding the EP's narrative in personal reflection.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases strong songwriting and production, with a cohesive flow and intimate sound.
What we noticed
- The EP opens with a strong lead single, 'Addicted,' which sets a reflective tone that persists through the following tracks.
- Each track features layered vocal harmonies and minimalist instrumentation, creating an intimate atmosphere.
- The transitions between songs often include ambient soundscapes that blend into one another, enhancing the overall cohesiveness of the project.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- 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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intimate melodies for quiet moments
- candid reflections on personal experiences
- concise journey with emotional resolution
- front-loaded energy for immediate engagement
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, sprawling albums
- seek high-energy party tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on May 14, 2021, Be Right Back is Jorja Smith's first project since her critically acclaimed debut album Lost & Found in 2018. At this point in her career, she was solidifying her place as a significant voice in contemporary R&B while navigating the pressures of fame and personal growth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sabrina Claudio· H.E.R.· Kehlani
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Gone
The writing shifts from reminiscing about a past relationship to an urgent plea for understanding and closure.
This moment intensifies the emotional weight of the song as it moves from nostalgia to confrontation, revealing the complexities of letting go.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Addicted 3:24
- 2 Gone 3:15
- 3 Bussdown 3:21
- 4 Time 1:54
- 5 Home 2:46
- 6 Burn 3:34
- 7 Digging 3:04
- 8 Weekend 4:17
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