Released 17 years ago this October
Colour Me Free!
Joss Stone · 2009
70 min · 14 tracks · blues
A vibrant blend of soul, blues, and pop that showcases Joss Stone's powerful vocals and lyrical depth.
Top tracks — play these first
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Free Me Start here — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its unapologetic declaration of independence, showcasing Stone's vocal prowess and emotional range.
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Could Have Been You — With its catchy melody and relatable lyrics about lost love, this track exemplifies the album's blend of pop sensibilities and soulful expression.
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Governmentalist — This politically charged song stands out for its social commentary wrapped in an infectious groove, illustrating Stone's willingness to tackle serious topics.
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You Got the Love — Stone's rendition of this classic elevates the song with her unique interpretation and vocal intensity, making it a standout cover on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid songwriting and production but lacks a strong cohesive identity.
What we noticed
- Several tracks feature prominent brass arrangements, adding a lively texture to the overall sound.
- The last three tracks slow down significantly, creating a reflective mood that contrasts with the earlier material.
- 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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5/10
- 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
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- gradual builds and payoffs
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- atmospheric background focus
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — Represents a solid entry in her catalog but lacks mainstream recognition.
- Themes
- artistic freedom· political groove· lost love reflections
- Career context
- Released in 2009, Colour Me Free! is Joss Stone's fourth studio album, following her more commercially successful records like Mind Body & Soul. At this point in her career, Stone sought to reclaim her artistic freedom after a challenging period with record label expectations. This album marks a shift towards a more self-directed sound and style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Adele· Etta James· Leon Bridges
Tracklist
- 1 Free Me Start here 3:53
- 2 Could Have Been You 4:52
- 3 Parallel Lines 4:26
- 4 Lady 4:22
- 5 4 and 20 5:06
- 6 Big Ol' Game 4:30
- 7 Governmentalist 5:42
- 8 Incredible 2:46
- 9 You Got the Love 3:35
- 10 I Believe It to My Soul 4:29
- 11 Stalemate 4:18
- 12 Girlfriend on Demand 4:32
- 13 Every Time I Turn Around 4:24
- 14 Mr. Wankerman 13:44
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