Now
Patrice Rushen · 1984
49 min · 10 tracks · jazz
A vibrant fusion of jazz, soul, and funk that showcases lush melodies and Patrice Rushen's exceptional keyboard skills.
Top tracks — play these first
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Feels So Real (Won't Let Go) — This track stands out as a quintessential example of Rushen's ability to merge catchy hooks with intricate musicality, making it a dancefloor favorite.
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Gone With the Night — With its smooth vocal delivery and rich instrumentation, this track encapsulates the emotional depth present throughout the album.
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Get Off (You Fascinate Me) — The infectious groove and playful lyrics on this track highlight Rushen's skill in creating upbeat, engaging music that resonates with listeners.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends jazz and funk with sophisticated arrangements, showcasing Rushen's keyboard skills and maintaining a cohesive sound.
What we noticed
- The first track features a prominent keyboard riff that sets a vibrant tone, while subsequent tracks explore varying tempos and textures.
- The album maintains a consistent groove throughout, with rhythmic variations that keep the listener engaged without losing cohesion.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- 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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7/10
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, consistent energy levels
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- uplifting, positive vibes
- contemplative background ambiance
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1984, Now marked Patrice Rushen's fifth studio album and followed her successful album Straight from the Heart. At this point in her career, Rushen was already celebrated for blending jazz with contemporary R&B, establishing herself as a prominent figure in the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- George Duke· Chaka Khan· Herbie Hancock
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Perfect Love
The bridge shifts from hopeful yearning to a contemplative realization about love's complexities without offering easy answers.
This transition captures the nuanced emotions of romantic relationships while avoiding clichés, showcasing Rushen's lyrical sophistication.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Feels So Real (Won't Let Go) 6:49
- 2 Gone With the Night 4:40
- 3 Gotta Find It 4:27
- 4 Superstar 4:56
- 5 Heartache Heartbreak 4:11
- 6 Get Off (You Fascinate Me) 6:19
- 7 My Love's Not Going Anywhere 4:18
- 8 Perfect Love 4:57
- 9 High in Me 4:14
- 10 To Each His Own 4:14
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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