Camila
Camila Cabello · 2018
40 min · 12 tracks · contemporary R&B
A vibrant blend of Latin grooves and contemporary pop melodies infused with heartfelt lyrics and Cabello's emotive vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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Havana — This track serves as the album's signature song, merging infectious rhythms with a narrative that captures Cabello's Cuban heritage and emotional depth.
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Never Be the Same — As an opening track, it encapsulates the blend of pop and R&B influences while highlighting Cabello's vocal range and lyrical vulnerability.
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Consequences — This poignant ballad showcases Cabello's ability to convey deep emotions through stripped-back production, emphasizing her growth as a songwriter.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases a mix of vibrant pop and Latin influences but lacks depth in songwriting and cohesion.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a strong mid-tempo track, followed by a shift to the upbeat 'Havana' as the fourth track, creating a dynamic contrast.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies and rhythmic shifts that reflect Latin influences, particularly in the instrumentation.
- The last three tracks slow down significantly, allowing for emotional introspection after the more energetic earlier songs.
- 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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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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 mid-tempo groove throughout
- personal storytelling with emotional depth
- vibrant rhythms for upbeat moments
- sing-along potential in choruses
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced instant gratification
- seek experimental or avant-garde sounds
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album established Cabello's solo career and gained wide recognition.
- Career context
- Camila Cabello released her debut solo album 'Camila' on January 12, 2018, after leaving Fifth Harmony. This album marked a significant transition, showcasing her individual artistry and solidifying her presence in the music industry as a solo performer.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Never Be the Same 3:46
- 2 All These Years 2:44
- 3 She Loves Control 2:57
- 4 Havana 3:37
- 5 Inside Out 3:02
- 6 Consequences 2:58
- 7 Real Friends 3:34
- 8 Something’s Gotta Give 3:56
- 9 In the Dark 3:39
- 10 Into It 2:55
- 11 Never Be the Same (radio edit) 3:47
- 12 Havana (remix) 3:19
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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