Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

43 /100
Lowland
Higher than 2% of albums we've rated

The album showcases a mix of catchy melodies and emotional ballads, marking a transition in Simpson's sound.

What we noticed

  • The first three tracks feature upbeat tempos and strong hooks, while the subsequent tracks shift to slower ballads that highlight vocal emotion.
  • Several songs incorporate layered harmonies and backing vocals, enhancing the overall richness of the sound.
  • The album closes with a gospel-influenced track that contrasts sharply with the preceding pop and R&B styles.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 3/10

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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Irresistible 3:14
  • 2 Irresistible (So So Def remix) 3:34
  • 3 Irresistible (Hex Hector radio mix) 3:31

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata