Higher Things
Kim English · 1998
55 min · 11 tracks · house music
A vibrant fusion of soulful vocals and rhythmic house beats, creating an uplifting dance experience.
Top tracks — play these first
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Learn 2 Luv (Francois K’s atmospheric mood mix) — This track exemplifies English's signature blend of emotive lyrics and infectious grooves, making it a standout both on the dance floor and in radio play.
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Unspeakable Joy — Combining euphoric melodies with powerful vocal delivery, this track encapsulates the album's uplifting spirit and showcases English’s vocal range effectively.
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Supernatural (Mousse T. super soul mix) — This remix transforms the original into a deeper, more soulful experience, highlighting the versatility of English's sound within the house genre.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends soulful vocals with house beats effectively but lacks standout compositions that elevate it further.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of soulful vocal lines layered over driving house beats, creating a danceable rhythm throughout.
- Several tracks incorporate gospel influences in the melodies and harmonies, particularly evident in 'Unspeakable Joy' and 'Been So Long'.
- The pacing varies slightly, with mid-tempo tracks interspersed with more upbeat songs, maintaining listener engagement.
- 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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5/10
- 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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Unspeakable Joy
The lyrics shift from personal reflection to a collective celebration of love and happiness.
This lyrical progression shifts the song's focus toward community and connection, enhancing its danceable energy while deepening its emotional impact.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Learn 2 Luv (Francois K’s atmospheric mood mix) 4:58
- 2 Unspeakable Joy 5:45
- 3 Higher Things 6:51
- 4 Supernatural (Mousse T. super soul mix) 4:59
- 5 Missing You 3:58
- 6 Been So Long 4:32
- 7 Learn 2 Luv 5:18
- 8 Time for Love (Frankie Feliciano reprise) 5:10
- 9 Tomorrow 3:38
- 10 Nite Life (Masters at Work nite mix) 4:56
- 11 4 the Luv of Music 5:33
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