LM5
Little Mix · 2018
59 min · 19 tracks · contemporary R&B
A bold fusion of contemporary R&B and pop, underscored by empowering anthems and introspective ballads.
Top tracks — play these first
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Woman Like Me Start here — This track not only topped charts but also served as an anthem for self-acceptance and empowerment, showcasing the group's ability to blend catchy hooks with meaningful messages.
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Strip — Featuring an appearance by Saweetie, this song highlights themes of body positivity and self-love, pushing societal boundaries and reinforcing the group’s commitment to empowering women.
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Joan of Arc — A standout track that draws parallels between the legendary figure and modern female experiences, it showcases Little Mix's unique storytelling ability and rich vocal harmonies.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends empowering anthems with introspective ballads, though its cohesion is affected by the length and variety of tracks.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a bold anthem, 'The National Manthem,' that sets a confident tone, followed by the hit single 'Woman Like Me' which features layered harmonies.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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
- empowering anthems for motivation
- introspective moments for reflection
- sing-along participation with friends
- consistent flow throughout listening
Maybe skip if you
- prefer faster-paced tracks
- seek standalone hits only
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Showcases artistic evolution with diverse sound and lyrical depth, marking a high point.
- Moods
- Uplifting· Introspective
- Career context
- Released in November 2018, LM5 marked Little Mix's fifth studio album and showcased their artistic evolution following the success of their previous record, Glory Days. At this point in their career, they were transitioning from a girl group into more mature themes and personal storytelling, further solidifying their identity in the pop landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Fifth Harmony· Sabrina Carpenter· Muna
Tracklist
- 1 The National Manthem 0:29
- 2 Woman Like Me Start here 3:49
- 3 Think About Us 3:55
- 4 Strip 3:19
- 5 Monster in Me 3:45
- 6 Joan of Arc 3:11
- 7 Love a Girl Right 3:02
- 8 American Boy 3:11
- 9 Told You So 3:12
- 10 Wasabi 2:34
- 11 More Than Words 3:18
- 12 Motivate 3:21
- 13 Notice 3:34
- 14 The Cure 3:35
- 15 Forget You Not 3:07
- 16 Woman’s World 3:37
- 17 The Cure (stripped) 1:47
- 18 Only You 3:10
- 19 Only You (acoustic) 3:10
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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