What makes Let's Get Serious by Jermaine Jackson notable?

The album reached No. 24 on the Billboard 200 and included the hit title track that peaked at No. 9 on the R&B charts. Its commercial success helped solidify Jermaine Jackson's presence in the pop and R&B genres during the early 1980s. Released in 1980, Let's Get Serious was Jermaine Jackson's fourth studio album, following his successful collaboration with Motown. At this point in his career, he was transitioning from being primarily recognized as a member of the Jackson family to establishing himself as a solo artist with a distinct sound.

Who is Let's Get Serious for?

Let's Get Serious works well if you're into steady mid-tempo groove flow, soulful vocal expressions throughout and for relaxed gatherings.

How many songs are on Let's Get Serious?

Let's Get Serious has 7 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.

Let's Get Serious

Jermaine Jackson · 1980

42 min · 7 tracks · pop music

A blend of smooth soul and pop grooves, showcasing rich melodies and heartfelt vocal delivery throughout its runtime.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Let's Get Serious — The title track features an infectious groove and catchy chorus that encapsulate the album's themes of love and commitment, becoming one of Jackson's signature songs.
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Where Are You Now — This track stands out for its emotional depth and reflective lyrics, highlighting Jackson's ability to convey vulnerability through his soulful delivery.
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You're Supposed to Keep Your Love for Me — With its lush arrangements and poignant storytelling, this song showcases Jackson's vocal prowess and offers a compelling narrative about romantic expectations.

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 pop and soul effectively but lacks standout tracks that elevate it significantly.

What we noticed

The title track opens the album with a strong, upbeat groove that sets a lively tone for the first half.
Each track maintains a consistent production style, blending smooth soul elements with pop sensibilities.

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

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

steady mid-tempo groove flow
soulful vocal expressions throughout
for relaxed gatherings
engaging sing-along moments
uplifting tracks for good vibes

Maybe skip if you

prefer fast-paced listening experiences
seek abrupt sonic changes

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1980, Let's Get Serious was Jermaine Jackson's fourth studio album, following his successful collaboration with Motown. At this point in his career, he was transitioning from being primarily recognized as a member of the Jackson family to establishing himself as a solo artist with a distinct sound.
Stylistic neighbors: Marvin Gaye· Teddy Pendergrass· Lionel Richie