Dream
Angie Stone · 2015
36 min · 10 tracks · contemporary R&B
A soulful blend of contemporary R&B and classic funk, driven by heartfelt lyrics and rich vocal performances.
Top tracks — play these first
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Dollar Bill Start here — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its catchy hooks and a commentary on materialism that resonates throughout the record.
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Clothes Don't Make a Man — This song blends sharp social commentary with a smooth groove, highlighting Stone's lyrical prowess and her ability to address deeper themes within accessible melodies.
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Didn't Break Me — Offering an empowering message of resilience, this track showcases Stone's vocal strength and emotional delivery, making it a standout moment 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 flow across all tracks.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature a consistent mid-tempo groove, while the fourth track introduces a slower ballad that shifts the album's energy.
- Several songs incorporate layered vocal harmonies, with Angie Stone's lead vocals often accompanied by backing singers that enhance the emotional delivery.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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
- steady mid-tempo groove
- heartfelt lyrics for reflection
- soulful vibes for relaxation
- easy listening during chores
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced music
- seek experimental soundscapes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality and relevance in contemporary R&B after a brief hiatus.
- Career context
- In 2015, Angie Stone released 'Dream' as her fifth studio album, following her 2012 album 'Rich Girl'. At this point in her career, she was reestablishing her presence in the music scene after a brief hiatus, showcasing her ability to innovate while remaining true to her soulful roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Erykah Badu· Jill Scott· Lauryn Hill
Tracklist
- 1 Dollar Bill Start here 3:15
- 2 Begin Again 4:03
- 3 Clothes Don't Make a Man 2:38
- 4 Magnet 4:06
- 5 Dream 3:29
- 6 2 Bad Habits 3:57
- 7 Quits 3:12
- 8 Think It Over 4:22
- 9 Forget About Me 3:42
- 10 Didn't Break Me 3:48
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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