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Released 20 years ago

Ready II Fly

Naturally 7 · 2006

68 min · 18 tracks · contemporary R&B

Soulful harmonies intertwine with rhythmic grooves, crafting an uplifting soundscape that celebrates connection and resilience.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Feel It (In the Air Tonight) — This cover transforms the classic into a vibrant showcase of vocal percussion and harmonies, bringing fresh energy to a familiar anthem.
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    Can Ya Feel It? — The upbeat opener sets an infectious tone for the album, highlighting the group's signature sound with rich vocal layers and an inviting groove.
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    Forever For You — This track showcases heartfelt lyrics intertwined with smooth harmonies, embodying themes of love and commitment that resonate throughout the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100
Foothills
Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong vocal harmonies and rhythmic grooves but lacks depth for repeated listens.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a lively tone, followed by several mid-tempo songs that maintain the groove.
  • Vocal harmonies are layered throughout, often featuring call-and-response sections that engage the listener.
  • The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, creating a reflective conclusion to the album.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 3/10

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

  • uplifting vibes for social gatherings
  • short tracks for quick enjoyment
  • feel-good rhythms for celebration
  • catchy hooks for sing-alongs
  • soothing harmonies for relaxed moments

Maybe skip if you

  • slow, introspective listening preferences
  • long, narrative-driven albums

Where this album fits

Career context
Ready II Fly is Naturally 7's third studio album, following their previous release, 2005's Experiment. At this stage in their career, the group had begun to establish a distinctive sound blending vocal harmonies with contemporary R&B influences, gaining recognition for their innovative a cappella style.
Stylistic neighbors
Mary J. Blige· Aaliyah· Common

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Can Ya Feel It? 3:53
  • 2 Open Your Eyes 3:41
  • 3 Feel It (In the Air Tonight) 4:41
  • 4 Harder Than That 4:02
  • 5 How Could It Be 1:48
  • 6 Forever For You 4:13
  • 7 Cool 4:01
  • 8 Never 3:03
  • 9 I Can't Doo Dat 3:48
  • 10 4 Life 3:55
  • 11 Tradition 3:44
  • 12 Fly Baby 1:07
  • 13 Let It Rain 4:02
  • 14 What I'm Lookin' 4 (Ain't No Mountain High Enough) 4:25
  • 15 New York 4:31
  • 16 Comfort You 3:52
  • 17 Close 2 Me 4:45
  • 18 True Friends (And Family) 5:08

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