Released 40 years ago
Long Time Coming
Ready for the World · 1986
47 min · 10 tracks · funk
Smooth grooves and lush harmonies blend funk and R&B with a touch of new jack swing, creating an irresistible dance vibe.
Top tracks — play these first
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Love You Down — This track exemplifies the album's smooth production and sultry lyrics, becoming a defining hit that resonates with listeners even today.
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Baby (Let Me Love You) — With its catchy melody and engaging rhythm, this track displays the band's ability to blend contemporary sounds with classic R&B influences.
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So in Love — The heartfelt vocals and lush instrumentation create an emotional core for the album, highlighting the group's vocal prowess and songwriting skills.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid songwriting and production but doesn't fully stand out in its genre.
What we noticed
- Several songs feature layered vocal harmonies and call-and-response sections, emphasizing the group's R&B roots.
- 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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5/10
- 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
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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Here I Am
A pivotal moment occurs when the singer directly addresses a longing partner, revealing vulnerability amidst a backdrop of rhythmic grooves.
This direct address contrasts with the more general themes in other tracks, allowing for a personal connection that enhances emotional depth.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Love You Down 6:29
- 2 Baby (Let Me Love You) 4:17
- 3 Long Time Coming 4:23
- 4 So in Love 4:43
- 5 In My Room 5:07
- 6 Mary Goes ’Round 4:36
- 7 Some People Don’t Care 5:07
- 8 Here I Am 4:49
- 9 It’s All a Game 4:06
- 10 Do You Get Enough 3:50
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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