Falling or Flying
Jorja Smith · 2023
43 min · 16 tracks · contemporary R&B
A smooth blend of contemporary R&B and introspective lyrics, creating an intimate yet expansive sonic landscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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Try Me — This opening track sets the tone with its vulnerable lyrics and smooth melody, showcasing Smith's distinct vocal style and emotional range.
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Falling or flying — The title track encapsulates the album's central theme of navigating uncertainty in relationships with a hauntingly beautiful arrangement.
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Greatest Gift — With its reflective lyrics, this track highlights Smith's ability to blend personal storytelling with universal emotions, making it a standout moment.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and production but has moments that feel less cohesive.
What we noticed
- The last three tracks gradually decrease in tempo, allowing for a reflective conclusion that contrasts with the more upbeat earlier songs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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
- introspective moments of vulnerability
- dynamic flow with varied energy
- captivating storytelling through emotions
- reflective listening for personal growth
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy party tracks
- prefer straightforward single experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on September 29, 2023, 'Falling or Flying' is Jorja Smith's sophomore album, following her critically acclaimed debut 'Lost & Found' in 2018. This album marks a significant evolution in her sound and lyrical depth as she explores themes of love, identity, and vulnerability.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sabrina Claudio· H.E.R.· Kehlani
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Try Me 3:34
- 2 She Feels 3:12
- 3 Little Things 3:24
- 4 Flights skit 0:17
- 5 Feelings 3:57
- 6 Falling or flying 3:24
- 7 GO GO GO 2:25
- 8 Try and fit in 1:56
- 9 Greatest Gift 3:12
- 10 Broken is the man 2:12
- 11 Make sense 2:21
- 12 Too many times 2:38
- 13 Lately 2:07
- 14 BT69 JJY 0:13
- 15 Backwards 3:56
- 16 What if my heart beats faster? 4:53
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