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Cheryl Lynn

Cheryl Lynn · 1978

40 min · 9 tracks · soul

A vibrant blend of disco-infused soul and powerful vocals that ignites the dance floor with infectious energy.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Got to Be Real — This track showcases Cheryl Lynn's powerhouse vocals and infectious groove, making it an anthem that defined the disco era and remains highly influential.
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    Star Love — With its lush instrumentation and romantic lyrics, this song perfectly encapsulates the soulful essence of the album while demonstrating Lynn's vocal range.
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    Come in From the Rain — This track highlights Lynn's emotive delivery, blending vulnerability with strength in a way that resonates deeply with listeners and exhibits her artistry.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

59 /100
Treeline
Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong vocals and varied tempos, balancing dance tracks with ballads effectively.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with the upbeat track 'Got to Be Real,' which sets a high-energy tone that persists through the first half.
  • Tracks like 'Come in From the Rain' and 'You Saved My Day' introduce slower tempos, creating a contrast that highlights Lynn's vocal range.
  • The final track, 'Daybreak (Storybook Children),' features a gradual build-up, culminating in a rich vocal climax that closes the album on an emotional note.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Got to Be Real 5:08
  • 2 All My Lovin’ 4:54
  • 3 Star Love 7:27
  • 4 Come in From the Rain 3:33
  • 5 You Saved My Day 4:28
  • 6 Give My Love to You 3:33
  • 7 Nothing to Say 3:58
  • 8 You’re the One 4:10
  • 9 Daybreak (Storybook Children) 3:42

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