Posh
Patrice Rushen · 1980
43 min · 8 tracks · jazz
A vibrant blend of jazz fusion and soul, punctuated by intricate rhythms and lush melodies that invite movement and introspection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Never Gonna Give You Up — This track stands out as a defining hit of the album, featuring an infectious groove and showcasing Rushen's vocal prowess alongside her signature keyboard work.
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The Funk Won’t Let You Down — With its upbeat tempo and intricate instrumentation, this track exemplifies Rushen's ability to fuse funk and jazz elements seamlessly, making it a highlight of the album.
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Look Up — This song features a more introspective lyricism combined with lush harmonies, illustrating Rushen's versatility as both a composer and performer.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases intricate compositions and skilled performances, blending jazz fusion with soul elements effectively.
What we noticed
- Each track incorporates layered instrumentation, often featuring prominent keyboard melodies alongside brass and percussion.
- The first four tracks maintain an upbeat tempo, while the last four gradually shift to more introspective themes and slower grooves.
- 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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7/10
- 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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- atmospheric background focus
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1980, Posh was Patrice Rushen's fourth studio album, following her commercial breakthrough with 1979's 'Pizzazz.' At this stage, Rushen was establishing herself not just as a performer but also as a skilled songwriter and producer, experimenting with rich arrangements that would define her sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- George Duke· Chaka Khan· Herbie Hancock
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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I Need Your Love
The bridge shifts from a hopeful yearning to a direct plea for connection, altering the emotional landscape of the song.
This pivot enhances the urgency in the narrative, emphasizing vulnerability at a key moment when desire becomes paramount.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Never Gonna Give You Up 6:50
- 2 Don’t Blame Me 6:29
- 3 Look Up 3:41
- 4 I Need Your Love 4:27
- 5 Time Will Tell 5:09
- 6 The Dream 4:52
- 7 The Funk Won’t Let You Down 7:35
- 8 This Is All I Really Know 4:39
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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