Released 30 years ago
It's a Man's World
Cher · 1996
63 min · 14 tracks · folk music
Cher's voice soars over a blend of pop and rock-infused ballads, delivering emotional weight with each note.
Top tracks — play these first
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Walking in Memphis Start here — This cover transforms the original into an anthemic declaration of resilience, propelled by Cher's powerful vocal delivery that captures longing and hope.
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I Wouldn’t Treat a Dog (The Way You Treated Me) — Cher delivers a poignant narrative of betrayal and heartbreak, making this track resonate with anyone who has experienced deep emotional pain.
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It’s a Man’s Man’s Man’s World — This iconic cover showcases Cher's ability to imbue classic lyrics with new life, emphasizing themes of strength and resilience in the face of adversity.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Cher's strong vocals and orchestral backing create an engaging but conventional folk-pop experience.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a cover of 'Walking in Memphis', which sets a reflective tone that persists through the first half.
- Cher's vocal delivery is consistently powerful, often layered with harmonies that enhance the emotional weight of the lyrics.
- Several tracks feature orchestral arrangements that swell dramatically, particularly in 'It's a Man's Man's Man's World', creating a climactic feel.
- 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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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing with emotional peaks
- powerful vocals for uplifting moments
- themes of love and resilience
- for reflective evenings
Maybe skip if you
- seeking fast-paced excitement
- prefer short standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — It showcases Cher's vocal prowess and marks a successful period in her career.
- Themes
- male-dominated narratives· emotional resilience· evocative storytelling
- Career context
- By the time 'It's a Man's World' was released in January 1996, Cher was enjoying a resurgence in popularity following her acclaimed album 'Believe' in 1998. This album marked her first release after that commercial breakthrough, showcasing her versatility as an artist while navigating a shift in musical style and audience expectations. The album highlighted Cher's ability to reinterpret classic material for a contemporary audience.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Madonna· Diana Ross· Kylie Minogue
Tracklist
- 1 Walking in Memphis Start here 3:58
- 2 Not Enough Love in the World 4:23
- 3 One by One 5:06
- 4 I Wouldn’t Treat a Dog (The Way You Treated Me) 3:37
- 5 Angels Running 4:40
- 6 Paradise Is Here 5:05
- 7 I’m Blowin’ Away 4:04
- 8 Don’t Come Around Tonite 4:36
- 9 What About the Moonlight 4:15
- 10 The Same Mistake 4:28
- 11 The Gunman 5:13
- 12 The Sun Ain’t Gonna Shine Anymore 5:15
- 13 Shape of Things to Come 4:08
- 14 It’s a Man’s Man’s Man’s World 4:37
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Wildest Dreams
Tina Turner
Shares themes of empowerment and resilience with powerful vocal performances over lush production.
Diva
Annie Lennox
Explores emotional depth and storytelling with a blend of pop and orchestral arrangements.
Ray of Light
Madonna
Combines emotive lyrics and a strong vocal presence with electronic and dance-infused soundscapes.
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