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Sugababes · 2007

17 min · 4 tracks · contemporary R&B

A vibrant blend of contemporary R&B and electropop, infused with infectious hooks and polished production.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Change — The title track stands out for its empowering lyrics about transformation and growth, encapsulating the album’s overarching theme of reinvention.
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    I Can't Take It No More — This track showcases a blend of vulnerability and resilience, with an upbeat production that contrasts its introspective lyrics about personal struggles.
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    About You Now — As a standout hit, this song features emotionally charged lyrics paired with a memorable chorus, highlighting the group's knack for crafting relatable pop anthems.

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 a blend of upbeat and introspective tracks, with solid production but lacks standout compositions.

What we noticed

  • The first three tracks are upbeat and danceable, while the following tracks shift to more introspective themes and slower tempos.
  • Several songs feature layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in the choruses.
  • The album incorporates electronic elements alongside traditional R&B instrumentation, blending synths with live drums and bass.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • I Can't Take It No More

    A poignant bridge where the perspective shifts from resilience to despair, fully articulating feelings of being overwhelmed.

    This shift deepens emotional engagement by contrasting earlier assertiveness with a moment of vulnerability, enhancing the song's impact.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Change 3:40
  • 2 Change (Wideboys remix) 6:41
  • 3 I Can't Take It No More 4:02
  • 4 About You Now (Radio One Live Lounge) 2:48

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