Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

60 /100
Treeline
Higher than 66% of albums we've rated

The album blends energetic funk and R&B with reflective moments, showcasing Prince's versatility but lacking some cohesion.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a strong mid-tempo track, 'Thunder', followed by a series of upbeat songs that maintain a danceable groove.
  • Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies and call-and-response sections, particularly in 'Gett Off' and 'Cream'.
  • The last three tracks slow the tempo significantly, creating a reflective atmosphere that contrasts with the earlier energy.
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
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

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 Diamonds and Pearls (edit) 4:20
  • 2 X‐Cerpts From the Songs: Thunder, Daddy Pop, Strollin’, Jughead, Money Don’t Matter 2 Night, Push, Live 4 Love 5:04

Reference: MusicBrainz · Wikidata