Being Somebody cover

Being Somebody

Liberty X · 2003

63 min · 17 tracks · pop music

A vibrant pop album filled with catchy hooks and anthemic choruses that encapsulate early 2000s dance-pop energy.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Being Nobody — This track stands out for its fusion of catchy pop elements with a driving beat, representing the group's signature sound while addressing themes of identity and self-acceptance.
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    Jumpin’ — With its high-energy beat and lively chorus, 'Jumpin’' embodies the party spirit of early 2000s pop music and showcases the group's vocal harmonies.
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    Everybody Cries — This ballad highlights the emotional depth of the album, featuring poignant lyrics that explore vulnerability and connection, contrasting with the more upbeat tracks.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

43 /100
Lowland
Higher than 2% of albums we've rated

The album captures early 2000s pop well but lacks standout depth or innovation.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a brief intro that sets a thematic tone before launching into the upbeat track 'Jumpin’', which establishes the dance-pop energy.
  • Each song features prominent hooks and anthemic choruses, often employing layered vocal harmonies typical of early 2000s pop.
  • The sequencing maintains a consistent tempo throughout the first half, but the last three tracks slow down, creating a noticeable shift in energy.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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, consistent energy levels
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • atmospheric background focus

Where this album fits

Career context
Being Somebody is Liberty X's second studio album, released in early 2003 following their successful debut, which included the hit 'Thinking It Over'. At this point, the group was solidifying their status in the UK pop scene after finishing as runners-up on the reality show Popstars in 2001. This album aimed to build on their growing popularity with a more polished sound and cohesive production.
Stylistic neighbors
Steps· S Club 7· Atomic Kitten

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Intro (Being Somebody) 0:19
  • 2 Jumpin’ 3:38
  • 3 Being Nobody 3:39
  • 4 Everybody Cries 4:57
  • 5 Watcha Doin’ Tonight 3:17
  • 6 The Poet 3:45
  • 7 I’ll Be Remembering 4:14
  • 8 The Last Goodbye 4:06
  • 9 Let Go 3:12
  • 10 Forever 4:42
  • 11 Close Your Eyes 3:10
  • 12 I Just Wanna 3:55
  • 13 Impossible 3:54
  • 14 Take Me Home 4:16
  • 15 Story of My Life 3:35
  • 16 Maybe 4:23
  • 17 Where Do We Go (From Here) 4:21

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