Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100
Foothills
Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album combines jazz with African influences, showcasing strong arrangements and varied pacing.

What we noticed

  • Tracks like 'Xica da Silva' and 'Click Song' utilize layered instrumentation, creating a rich soundscape that supports the vocal melodies.
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
7/10

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

  • joyful rhythms for dancing
  • warm melodies for gatherings
  • short tracks with lively energy
  • uplifting themes of resilience

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer slow, introspective albums
  • want heavy, complex arrangements

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Deep Cut — A solid entry that showcases her evolving sound but isn't a standout in the overall catalog.
Stylistic neighbors
Hugh Masekela· Angelique Kidjo· Oumou Sangaré

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Country Girl 5:20
  • 2 Tailor Man 4:30
  • 3 Xica da Silva 5:30
  • 4 Witch Doctor (Isangoma) 4:00
  • 5 The Lion Cries (Mbube) 5:00
  • 6 Meet Me at the River 5:40
  • 7 Goodbye Poverty 5:30
  • 8 Click Song 3:35

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata