Let Me Be Your Woman cover

Let Me Be Your Woman

Linda Clifford · 1979

55 min · 8 tracks · house music

A vibrant blend of soul and disco, infused with heartfelt vocals and lush arrangements that invite listeners to the dance floor.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Let Me Be Your Woman — This title track showcases Clifford’s powerful vocal delivery, blending elements of disco and soul while embodying the album's overall theme of love and empowerment.
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    Don’t Give It Up — This extended track highlights Clifford's range and emotional depth, featuring intricate instrumental sections that elevate its narrative of perseverance.
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    Hold Me Close — With its infectious rhythm and intimate lyrics, this song captures the essence of longing and connection that permeates the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

46 /100
Foothills
Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album blends disco and soul effectively but lacks standout compositions throughout.

What we noticed

  • The first three tracks feature a consistent mid-tempo groove, while the fourth track introduces a slower ballad that shifts the album's energy.
  • Several tracks incorporate lush string arrangements and layered vocal harmonies, enhancing the emotional impact of the melodies.
  • The final track is a cover of 'Bridge Over Troubled Water', which contrasts with the preceding upbeat songs and serves as a reflective conclusion.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

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 4/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • warm empowerment through soulful melodies
  • uplifting vibes for celebration moments
  • long tracks for deep engagement
  • reflective listening during quiet evenings

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer quick, upbeat tracks
  • seeking minimalistic soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1979, 'Let Me Be Your Woman' was Linda Clifford's third studio album, following her 1978 release 'If My Friends Could See Me Now'. At this point in her career, Clifford was gaining recognition not only for her powerful voice but also for her ability to bridge genres, making a name for herself within the burgeoning disco scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Chaka Khan· Donna Summer· Sylvester

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Hold Me Close 4:48
  • 2 Let Me Be Your Woman 3:12
  • 3 Don’t Give It Up 9:26
  • 4 I Can’t Let This Good Thing Get Away 4:13
  • 5 Don’t Let Me Have Another Bad Dream 3:54
  • 6 Sweet Melodies 7:55

Disc 2

  • 1 One of Those Songs 11:46
  • 2 Bridge Over Troubled Water 10:20

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