Incredible
Mary Mary · 2002
65 min · 17 tracks · rhythm and blues
A vibrant blend of urban contemporary gospel rhythms infused with R&B melodies and uplifting spiritual themes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Incredible — The title track encapsulates the album's core message of faith and empowerment, combining catchy hooks with a rhythmic groove that emphasizes resilience.
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Ordinary People — This track highlights relatable themes of everyday struggles and triumphs, utilizing a soulful melody and heartfelt lyrics that resonate deeply with listeners.
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God Has Smiled on Me — A powerful rendition that showcases Mary Mary's vocal prowess, this song blends traditional gospel elements with contemporary flair, celebrating grace and gratitude.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends R&B with gospel elements effectively but lacks a strong cohesive flow across its length.
What we noticed
- The first five tracks maintain a consistent upbeat tempo, while the sixth track introduces a slower groove that shifts the album's energy.
- Several songs feature call-and-response vocal patterns, emphasizing the communal aspect of gospel music.
- The album includes both original compositions and reinterpretations of traditional gospel songs, blending contemporary R&B with classic themes.
- 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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5/10
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
- uplifting energy for gatherings
- cathartic anthems for reflection
- feel-good vibes for celebrations
- encouraging messages for tough times
- joyful sing-along moments
Maybe skip if you
- preference for minimalist soundscapes
- dislike for vocal-driven tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Incredible marks Mary Mary's third studio album, following their breakthrough success with Thankful in 2000. Released in 2002, it solidified their presence in the contemporary gospel scene, showcasing their evolution as artists while maintaining their signature sound and message.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kirk Franklin· Yolanda Adams· CeCe Winans
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Incredible 4:00
- 2 God Bless 3:28
- 3 He Said 4:25
- 4 In the Morning 4:15
- 5 Ordinary People 3:47
- 6 Trouble Ain't 4:01
- 7 Little Girl 2:47
- 8 This Love 4:08
- 9 I Try 4:26
- 10 Hold On 3:21
- 11 God Has Smiled on Me 3:05
- 12 You Will Know 5:33
- 13 So Close 3:58
- 14 Thank You 7:02
- 15 Give It Up Let It Go 4:03
- 19 [silence] 0:05
- 20 Happy 3:01
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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