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Schizophrenic

JC Chasez · 2004

76 min · 17 tracks · house music

A fusion of infectious pop melodies and danceable house rhythms that showcase a bold, playful side of JC Chasez.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Blowin' Me Up (With Her Love) — This track stands out for its catchy hook and showcases Chasez’s ability to blend pop sensibilities with dance music elements.
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    Some Girls (Dance With Women) — The song's playful lyrics and upbeat tempo encapsulate the album's overall fun and confident vibe, making it a memorable highlight.
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    Shake It — With its infectious beat and dance-oriented production, this track emphasizes Chasez's commitment to engaging listeners on the dance floor.
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    Dear Goodbye — The emotional depth in this ballad contrasts with the album's more upbeat tracks, showcasing Chasez's vocal range and lyrical introspection.

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 blends pop and house effectively but lacks standout compositions and cohesion in its later tracks.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album maintains a consistent upbeat tempo, while the second half introduces slower tracks that create a contrasting dynamic.
  • Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies and call-and-response sections, enhancing the pop sensibility within the house framework.
  • The album includes interludes that transition between songs, contributing to a cohesive flow despite the varied styles present.
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
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

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

  • dynamic journey with energetic peaks
  • danceable tracks for social settings
  • playful and provocative vibes
  • headphone detail hunting moments
  • late-night party atmosphere

Maybe skip if you

  • slow, introspective listening preference
  • seeking cohesive long-form pieces

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2004, Schizophrenic was JC Chasez's debut solo album after achieving fame as a member of *NSYNC. At this point in his career, he sought to establish himself as a serious artist outside the boy band framework, experimenting with different musical styles and lyrical themes.
Stylistic neighbors
Justin Timberlake· David Guetta· Calvin Harris

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Some Girls (Dance With Women) 4:32
  • 2 She Got Me 3:27
  • 3 100 Ways 4:14
  • 4 Mercy 4:24
  • 5 Build My World 4:15
  • 6 Something Special 3:52
  • 7 If You Were My Girl 5:24
  • 8 Shake It 4:33
  • 9 All Day Long I Dream About Sex 6:04
  • 10 One Night Stand 3:23
  • 11 Come to Me 5:58
  • 12 Dear Goodbye 5:01
  • 13 Everything You Want 4:29
  • 14 Lose Myself 4:58
  • 15 Right Here (By Your Side) 2:43
  • 16 Blowin' Me Up (With Her Love) 4:50
  • 17 Some Girls (Dance With Women) 3:54

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata