What makes Say It Again by Jermaine Stewart notable?

Say It Again reached number 27 on the Billboard 200 and featured the hit single 'Say It Again,' which peaked at number 5 on the Billboard Hot 100. The album is notable for its exploration of love and relationships through a playful lens, contributing to the late '80s pop and R&B landscape, influencing artists who followed in those genres. Released in 1988, Say It Again was Jermaine Stewart's third studio album, following his successful debut, Frantic Romantic. At this point in his career, Stewart was solidifying his presence in the pop and R&B scenes, building on the momentum from hits like 'We Don't Have to Take Our Clothes Off.' The album showcased a shift towards more mature themes while maintaining his signature upbeat sound.

How many songs are on Say It Again?

Say It Again has 12 tracks, running approximately 53 minutes.

Say It Again

Jermaine Stewart · 1988

53 min · 12 tracks · contemporary R&B

A vibrant blend of contemporary R&B and pop underscored by playful lyrics and infectious melodies.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Say It Again — The title track encapsulates the album's charm with its catchy chorus and upbeat tempo, making it a defining moment in Stewart's career.
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Don't Talk Dirty To Me — This track stands out for its provocative lyrics wrapped in an infectious melody, showcasing Stewart’s ability to blend playful themes with danceable beats.
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Get Lucky — 'Get Lucky' combines smooth grooves with a carefree attitude, representing the album's overall vibe while highlighting Stewart's vocal prowess.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

46 /100

Foothills

Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album showcases catchy melodies and playful lyrics but lacks depth for lasting engagement.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent use of upbeat tempos across most tracks, with only two songs dropping to a slower pace.
Several tracks employ call-and-response vocal techniques, enhancing the playful interaction between the lead and backing vocals.
The lyrics often utilize playful and light-hearted themes, particularly in the context of love and relationships, which is evident in multiple tracks.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

Don't Talk Dirty To Me

The moment shifts from playful banter to assertiveness as the narrator sets boundaries regarding romantic advances.

This transition emphasizes empowerment amid flirtation, highlighting a nuanced approach to relationships that balances fun with self-respect.

Tracklist

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

1 Don't Talk Dirty To Me 4:42
2 Say It Again 4:08
3 Get Lucky 3:58
4 Got To Be Love 4:46
5 Dress It Up 4:46
6 Don't Have Sex With Your Ex 4:24
7 Is It Really Love? 4:37
8 Call It A Miracle 4:25
9 Eyes 4:48
10 My House 5:17
11 She's A Teaser 3:39
12 My Body 3:34

What to play next

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Frantic Romantic

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