I'm in Love Again
Patti LaBelle · 1983
38 min · 8 tracks · rhythm and blues
A lush blend of soul and R&B showcasing powerful vocals over richly arranged instrumentals.
Top tracks — play these first
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I’m in Love Again Start here — This title track encapsulates the album's romantic themes with an infectious melody that showcases LaBelle's vocal prowess.
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If Only You Knew — A poignant ballad that highlights LaBelle's emotional depth, this track became one of her signature songs, resonating deeply with audiences.
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Love, Need and Want You — This track features a rich arrangement and dynamic vocals, effectively conveying longing and desire, essential elements of LaBelle’s style.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong vocal performances and rich arrangements, contributing to its distinct R&B sound.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that features a soaring vocal performance layered over lush instrumentation, setting a high emotional tone.
- Each song typically features a prominent horn section and background vocals that enhance the lead melodies, creating a rich soundscape.
- 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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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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 emotional exploration throughout
- heartfelt reflections on love
- soulful melodies for romance
- for cozy evenings
Maybe skip if you
- dislike slow, steady pacing
- prefer upbeat party tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album solidified LaBelle's status as a solo artist after her earlier group work.
- Themes
- 1980s romantic optimism· soulful love declarations· sensual body language
- Career context
- In 1983, Patti LaBelle was transitioning from her earlier group work with LaBelle to a successful solo career. 'I'm in Love Again' followed her Grammy-winning album 'Patti LaBelle', solidifying her place as a leading voice in R&B and soul during the early 80s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Gladys Knight· Aretha Franklin· Chaka Khan
Tracklist
- 1 I’m in Love Again Start here 5:42
- 2 Lover Man (Oh Where Can He Be?) 4:09
- 3 Love, Need and Want You 5:02
- 4 If Only You Knew 4:50
- 5 Body Language 4:50
- 6 I’ll Never, Never Give Up 5:24
- 7 Love Bankrupt 4:35
- 8 When Am I Gonna Find True Love 4:21
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
I Feel for You
Chaka Khan
Both share a lush production style and celebrate romantic themes with powerful vocal performances.
Rapture
Anita Baker
Features similarly smooth, soulful melodies and explores themes of love and longing in an intimate setting.
Diamond Life
Sade
Captures the same sensuality and emotional depth, blending smooth jazz and soul influences.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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