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Romantically Helpless

Holly Cole · 2002

15 min · 4 tracks · jazz

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

58 /100
Treeline
Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The album blends jazz and pop with emotive vocals, showcasing solid craftsmanship and distinctive arrangements.

What we noticed

  • Cole's vocal delivery often employs a conversational tone, creating an intimate atmosphere that invites listener engagement.
  • Several tracks incorporate unexpected tempo changes, such as 'That Old Black Magic,' which shifts from a slow ballad to a more upbeat swing midway through.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 One Trick Pony 4:41
  • 2 I'll Be Here 4:34
  • 3 Dedicated to the One I Love 2:53
  • 4 Don't Fence Me In 3:16

Reference: MusicBrainz