Satisfied
Rita Coolidge · 1979
39 min · 9 tracks · country music
Smooth pop-infused country melodies intertwine with heartfelt lyrics, showcasing Coolidge's emotive vocal delivery throughout the album.
Top tracks — play these first
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One Fine Day Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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I'd Rather Leave While I'm in Love — This track exemplifies the album's blend of emotional storytelling and catchy melodies, reflecting a poignant perspective on love and relationships.
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Can She Keep You Satisfied — With its introspective lyrics and rich instrumentation, this song captures the essence of longing and uncertainty within romantic dynamics.
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The Fool in Me — This track showcases Coolidge's vocal prowess while exploring themes of vulnerability and self-awareness, making it a standout moment on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features polished production and emotive vocals but lacks standout compositions that elevate it significantly.
What we noticed
- The first four tracks maintain a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the fifth introduces a more somber tone with slower rhythms.
- Vocal harmonies are layered throughout, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the emotional delivery of the lyrics.
- Several tracks feature prominent instrumental bridges that shift the mood before returning to the main themes.
- 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
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
- sultry evening vibe
- reflective storytelling moments
- danceable tracks for gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy anthems
- prefer short, standalone songs
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Helped establish Coolidge's crossover appeal with significant radio play.
- Career context
- Released in 1979, Satisfied was Rita Coolidge's sixth studio album and came after her commercial success with Anytime… Anywhere. At this point, she was solidifying her place in the music industry following a string of hits that blended country, folk, and pop influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Carole King· Linda Ronstadt· Joni Mitchell
Tracklist
- 1 One Fine Day Start here 4:00
- 2 The Fool in Me 4:21
- 3 Trust It All to Somebody 4:11
- 4 Let's Go Dancin' 5:19
- 5 Pain of Love 4:00
- 6 I'd Rather Leave While I'm in Love 3:29
- 7 Sweet Emotion 4:08
- 8 Crime of Passion 4:57
- 9 Can She Keep You Satisfied 4:46
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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