Love & Consequences
Gerald Levert · 1998
64 min · 13 tracks · contemporary R&B
Smooth harmonies and heartfelt lyrics blend seamlessly with contemporary R&B beats, creating an intimate atmosphere.
Top tracks — play these first
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Breaking My Heart — This track encapsulates the emotional core of the album, showcasing Levert's vocal prowess as he navigates themes of heartbreak and vulnerability.
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Thinkin' Bout It — With its infectious melody and relatable lyrics about longing, this song stands out for its ability to blend classic soul influences with modern R&B sensibilities.
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Definition of a Man — This track offers a poignant reflection on masculinity and responsibility, setting it apart as one of the album’s most introspective moments.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends smooth R&B with heartfelt lyrics but lacks standout compositions that elevate it beyond its contemporaries.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features mid-tempo tracks that establish a smooth groove, while the second half introduces slower ballads that shift the emotional tone.
- Several tracks utilize call-and-response vocal techniques, enhancing the interaction between Levert and background harmonies.
- 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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Definition of a Man
The lyrics shift from self-doubt to a declaration of commitment highlights personal growth and responsibility.
This progression illustrates a pivotal transformation in character, contrasting earlier uncertainties with newfound clarity and determination.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 No Sense 4:51
- 2 Thinkin' Bout It 6:31
- 3 Point the Finger 4:30
- 4 Breaking My Heart 4:26
- 5 That's the Way I Feel About You 5:10
- 6 It's Your Turn 5:30
- 7 No I'm the Blame 4:25
- 8 No Man's Land 4:56
- 9 Men Like Us 4:44
- 10 Taking Everything 5:25
- 11 What About Me 4:36
- 12 Definition of a Man 4:27
- 13 Humble Me 4:25
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