Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

76 /100
Alpine
Higher than 98% of albums we've rated

This album showcases Ray Charles' unique blend of gospel and R&B, solidifying his distinctive sound and influence.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a strong mid-tempo track and maintains a consistent groove throughout, with only a few slower ballads interspersed.
  • Several tracks feature prominent piano riffs that serve as both rhythmic and melodic anchors, creating a cohesive sound across the album.
  • The last three tracks gradually slow down in tempo, providing a reflective conclusion to the album's energetic start.
Composition 25% of the score
8/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
7/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
9/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
8/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Georgia on My Mind 3:41
  • 2 Crying Time 2:59
  • 3 I Can’t Stop Loving You 4:15
  • 4 You Are My Sunshine 2:59

Reference: MusicBrainz