Patty Smyth
Patty Smyth · 1992
44 min · 10 tracks · new wave
A pop-infused blend of heartfelt ballads and upbeat anthems, showcasing Smyth's powerful vocal delivery and introspective lyrics.
Top tracks — play these first
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Sometimes Love Just Ain't Enough — The track captures the emotional core of the album with its poignant exploration of love's complexities, combining Smyth's soaring vocals with rich harmonies.
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Too Much Love — This song stands out for its infectious chorus and upbeat tempo, reflecting a sense of optimism that balances the album's heavier themes.
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My Town — With its nostalgic narrative and vivid imagery, this track resonates with listeners through its personal connection to place and memory.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends pop ballads and anthems with strong vocals, though it doesn't fully stand out in its genre.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks establish a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the fourth track introduces a notable shift with its more emotional ballad style.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that enhance the emotional weight of the lyrics, particularly in the chorus sections.
- The album closes with two tracks that gradually decrease in tempo, creating a reflective atmosphere as it concludes.
- 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
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 No Mistakes 5:23
- 2 Too Much Love 3:54
- 3 Make Me a Believer 4:38
- 4 Sometimes Love Just Ain't Enough 4:27
- 5 Out There 4:45
- 6 River of Love 4:23
- 7 My Town 4:07
- 8 Shine 4:26
- 9 One Moment to Another 3:34
- 10 I Should Be Laughing 5:03
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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