Is Let's Do It a good place to start with Roy Ayers?

Yes, Let's Do It is recommended as a starting point for new Roy Ayers listeners. A vibrant fusion of jazz-funk grooves and soulful melodies that invite listeners to dance and reflect. Released in 1978, Let's Do It marked Roy Ayers' continued evolution in the jazz scene following his breakthrough with the hit 'Everybody Loves the Sunshine.' By this time, Ayers had established a signature sound blending jazz, funk, and soul, solidifying his role as a pivotal figure in the burgeoning acid jazz movement.

Who is Let's Do It for?

Let's Do It works well if you're into playful grooves for social gatherings, catchy melodies that invite dancing and soulful vibes for reflective moments.

How many songs are on Let's Do It?

Let's Do It has 7 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.

Let's Do It

Roy Ayers · 1978

39 min · 7 tracks · jazz

A vibrant fusion of jazz-funk grooves and soulful melodies that invite listeners to dance and reflect.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Let's Do It Start here — The title track encapsulates the album's spirit with its infectious groove and playful lyrics, setting the tone for a danceable experience.
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Sweet Tears — This track stands out for its lush arrangements and emotional depth, showcasing Ayers' ability to blend sentiment with rhythm.
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When Is Real Real? — Exploring existential themes through rich instrumentation, this song deepens the album's narrative while maintaining an engaging rhythmic pulse.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental

58 /100

Treeline

Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

Ayers' album blends strong instrumental performances with improvisational elements, creating a unique jazz experience.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent use of vibraphone as the lead instrument, creating a distinct sound throughout.
Each track typically follows a loose structure, allowing for extended improvisation sections that showcase the musicians' skills.
The tempo varies across tracks, with some maintaining a laid-back groove while others introduce more energetic rhythms.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. 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

playful grooves for social gatherings
catchy melodies that invite dancing
soulful vibes for reflective moments
short bursts of joyful energy

Maybe skip if you

prefer lengthy, immersive albums
want heavy, intense atmospheres

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Fan Favorite — This album is well-regarded among dedicated fans, showcasing Ayers' signature sound.
Themes: danceable grooves· 1970s jazz-funk evolution· playful romanticism
Career context: Released in 1978, Let's Do It marked Roy Ayers' continued evolution in the jazz scene following his breakthrough with the hit 'Everybody Loves the Sunshine.' By this time, Ayers had established a signature sound blending jazz, funk, and soul, solidifying his role as a pivotal figure in the burgeoning acid jazz movement.
Stylistic neighbors: Herbie Hancock· George Benson· Donald Byrd

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Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

Sweet Tears

The bridge features an unexpected shift in melody that evokes a poignant sense of longing amidst the upbeat arrangement.

This melodic transition adds emotional complexity to the song, contrasting the joyful rhythms with reflective introspection.