What makes Feel It by Black Ivory notable?

The album features the hit single Will We Ever Come Together, which reached number 30 on the Billboard Hot 100, showcasing the group's commercial appeal. Additionally, the album is noted for its lush production and sophisticated arrangements, influencing the sound of later R&B artists and contributing to the era's rich musical landscape. Feel It marked Black Ivory's third studio album, solidifying their presence in the 1970s R&B scene following their breakout success with their self-titled debut in 1971. By this point, they had established a distinctive sound characterized by lush instrumentation and heartfelt vocal performances, further developing their artistic identity as part of the New York soul movement.

How many songs are on Feel It?

Feel It has 9 tracks, running approximately 31 minutes.

Feel It

Black Ivory · 1975

31 min · 9 tracks · rhythm and blues

Soulful harmonies and smooth grooves intertwine, creating a timeless blend of rhythm and blues that evokes deep emotional resonance.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Will We Ever Come Together — This track serves as the album's standout hit, combining catchy melodies with poignant lyrics about unity and love that resonated widely during its release.
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Your Eyes Say Goodbye — With its emotional depth and smooth harmonies, this song perfectly captures the essence of heartbreak, showcasing Black Ivory's vocal prowess and lyrical sincerity.
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Feel It — As the title track, it encapsulates the album's themes of passion and connection while featuring infectious rhythms that invite listeners to engage both emotionally and physically.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental

59 /100

Treeline

Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong vocal arrangements and production, though it doesn't fully stand out in the broader R&B landscape.

What we noticed

The first four tracks feature lush string arrangements that complement the vocal harmonies, creating a rich soundscape.
Several songs employ a call-and-response structure between the lead vocals and backing harmonies, enhancing the emotional delivery.
The album closes with an instrumental version of one of its earlier tracks, which shifts the mood and provides a reflective ending.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

Will We Ever Come Together

The bridge shifts into a hopeful plea for reconciliation, contrasting with earlier verses' doubts about unity.

This structural pivot not only heightens emotional tension but also reinforces the song's message of hope against adversity.

Tracklist

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

1 Will We Ever Come Together 3:27
2 Your Eyes Say Goodbye 4:30
3 You're What's Been Missing From My Life 3:01
4 Daily News (vocal) 4:45
5 All in a Day's Love 2:41
6 Feel It 3:20
7 Warm Inside 3:31
8 Love, Won't You Stay 3:04
9 Daily News (instrumental) 3:17

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