What does Elevation sound like?

A vibrant fusion of Latin rhythms and hip-hop energy, inviting listeners to dance and celebrate life. Rooted in hip-hop and alternative hip-hop. Start with "SIMPLY THE BEST".

Is Elevation a good place to start with Black Eyed Peas?

Yes, Elevation is recommended as a starting point for new Black Eyed Peas listeners. A vibrant fusion of Latin rhythms and hip-hop energy, inviting listeners to dance and celebrate life. Elevation marks the Black Eyed Peas' return after a four-year hiatus since their last album, Translation (2020). This release showcases their evolution towards incorporating more diverse sounds and influences, particularly Latin music, reflecting their artistic reinvention during a period of changing musical landscapes.

Who is Elevation for?

Elevation works well if you're into energetic dance floor vibes, celebratory mood enhancement and uplifting, feel-good atmosphere.

How many songs are on Elevation?

Elevation has 15 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.

Elevation

Black Eyed Peas · 2022

56 min · 15 tracks · hip-hop

A vibrant fusion of Latin rhythms and hip-hop energy, inviting listeners to dance and celebrate life.

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Top tracks — play these first

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SIMPLY THE BEST Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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MUEVELO — This track stands out with its infectious beat and call to movement, embodying the album's dance-centric spirit while seamlessly blending English and Spanish lyrics.
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DON’T YOU WORRY — Featuring a catchy chorus and uplifting message, this song captures the essence of resilience and hope, resonating deeply with listeners navigating challenges.
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FILIPINA QUEEN — This track celebrates cultural pride with empowering lyrics that honor Filipino heritage, making it a standout moment of representation on the album.

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 a blend of Latin rhythms and hip-hop but lacks deep lyrical substance.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features high-energy tracks with a consistent danceable beat, while the second half introduces slower tempos and more introspective lyrics.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

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

energetic dance floor vibes
celebratory mood enhancement
uplifting, feel-good atmosphere
engaging rhythmic movement
consistent upbeat energy

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Experimental — Incorporates diverse sounds, marking a shift from previous styles in their catalog.
Themes: Filipino cultural pride· Latin-infused celebration· dance floor resilience
Moods: Uplifting· Energetic
Career context: Elevation marks the Black Eyed Peas' return after a four-year hiatus since their last album, Translation (2020). This release showcases their evolution towards incorporating more diverse sounds and influences, particularly Latin music, reflecting their artistic reinvention during a period of changing musical landscapes.
Stylistic neighbors: Cypress Hill· Pitbull· J Balvin