Right On
The Supremes · 1970
37 min · 12 tracks · pop music
A vibrant blend of disco and soul, featuring lush harmonies and infectious rhythms that uplift while exploring themes of love and longing.
Top tracks — play these first
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Up the Ladder to the Roof Start here — This track served as the lead single and exemplifies the album's upbeat spirit with its motivational lyrics about rising above challenges.
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Everybody’s Got the Right to Love — Its infectious chorus and message of universal love encapsulate the joyous essence of the album, making it a standout track.
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Then We Can Try Again — The smooth vocal interplay among the group members highlights their harmonious strengths, showcasing their evolution during this transitional period.
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Bill, When Are You Coming Back — This ballad reflects deeper emotional resonance with its poignant lyrics about longing and anticipation, contrasting the album's overall upbeat tone.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends energetic pop with reflective moments, but lacks standout compositions throughout.
What we noticed
- The opening track features a prominent horn section that sets an upbeat tone, while the subsequent tracks shift between mid-tempo and slower ballads.
- The last three tracks slow down significantly, creating a reflective mood that contrasts with the album's earlier energy.
- 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
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- quick bursts of melodic charm
- playful anthems for sunny days
- short tracks for easy listening
- nostalgic vibes of youthful love
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, immersive albums
- want heavy production elements
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A solid entry that reflects the group's evolving sound but isn't widely recognized.
- Career context
- By the time 'Right On' was released in April 1970, The Supremes were transitioning into a new era following the departure of Diana Ross. This album marked a pivotal moment in their career as it was their first release without Ross, showcasing their adaptability and commitment to evolving their sound during a period of significant change.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Shirelles· Martha and the Vandellas· The Marvelettes
Tracklist
- 1 Up the Ladder to the Roof Start here 3:14
- 2 Then We Can Try Again 2:38
- 3 Everybody’s Got the Right to Love 2:40
- 4 Wait a Minute Before You Leave Me 3:00
- 5 You Move Me 2:48
- 6 But I Love You More 3:36
- 7 I Got Hurt (Trying to Be the Only Girl in Your Life) 2:32
- 8 Baby Baby 2:45
- 9 Take a Closer Look at Me 2:38
- 10 Then I Met You 3:05
- 11 Bill, When Are You Coming Back 4:18
- 12 The Loving Country 4:07
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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