Deadwood
Toni Braxton · 2017
3 min · 1 track · contemporary R&B
A sultry blend of contemporary R&B and soul, layered with emotionally charged vocals and haunting instrumentals.
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Deadwood — The title track encapsulates the album's emotional core, merging haunting lyrics with Braxton's soulful delivery that reflects her personal struggles.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The song showcases strong vocals and harmonies but lacks depth in composition and cohesion.
What we noticed
- The track features a slow tempo with a steady beat, allowing Braxton's vocal delivery to take center stage.
- The song employs layered harmonies that build throughout, creating a rich vocal texture.
- Instrumentation is minimalistic, primarily relying on piano and subtle electronic elements to support the vocals.
- 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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4/10
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.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Marks a return to solo material, showcasing continued artistic evolution.
- Themes
- personal struggle· emotional resilience
- Career context
- Upon the release of 'Deadwood' in 2017, Toni Braxton was experiencing a resurgence after her 2014 album 'Love, Marriage & Divorce', which had won a Grammy. This single marked her return to solo material after a brief hiatus, showcasing her distinctive vocal prowess and emotional depth in songwriting.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mary J. Blige· Sade· Aaliyah
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Deadwood 3:59
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