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Released 14 years ago this October

DNA

Little Mix · 2012

7 min · 2 tracks · contemporary R&B

A vibrant fusion of contemporary R&B and pop with empowering lyrics showcasing the group's vocal harmonies.

Top tracks — play these first

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    DNA — The title track serves as a powerful anthem about self-acceptance and individuality, encapsulating the group's message and vocal prowess.
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    DNA (Kat Krazy radio edit) — This radio edit enhances the original with a more polished sound, making it accessible for mainstream audiences while retaining its core themes.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

48 /100
Foothills
Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong vocal arrangements and energetic production but lacks depth for long-term engagement.

What we noticed

  • Vocal arrangements often feature harmonies layered over rhythmic R&B grooves, creating a rich sound texture.
  • Several tracks incorporate call-and-response elements, engaging the listener and enhancing the anthemic quality of the choruses.
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
6/10

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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 DNA 3:56
  • 2 DNA (Kat Krazy radio edit) 3:49

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