What makes Set My Love in Motion by Syreeta Wright notable?

The album features notable singles that contributed to its success on the R&B charts, particularly You Set My Love in Motion, which became a staple in dance clubs. Its smooth production and relatable themes of love resonated with audiences, solidifying Syreeta's influence in the genre during the early '80s. Set My Love in Motion marks Syreeta Wright's third studio album, following her self-titled debut in 1972 and Stepping Stone in 1977. By 1981, she had established herself as a prominent voice in the R&B genre, known for her emotive delivery and songwriting prowess. This album showcases her continued evolution as both an artist and a performer during the peak of her career.

How many songs are on Set My Love in Motion?

Set My Love in Motion has 10 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.

Set My Love in Motion

Syreeta Wright · 1981

42 min · 10 tracks · rhythm and blues

Smooth soul melodies interlace with lush instrumentation, creating a warm embrace of love and longing.

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Top tracks — play these first

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You Set My Love in Motion — This title track captures the essence of the album with its catchy melody and heartfelt lyrics about love's transformative power.
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There’s Nothing Like a Woman in Love — The song stands out for its powerful vocal performance and lush arrangement, celebrating female empowerment through love.
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Can’t Shake Your Love — This track showcases Syreeta's emotive delivery over a smooth groove, illustrating the complexities of lingering affection.
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I Must Be in Love — With its upbeat tempo and infectious chorus, this song reflects the joy of newfound romance while highlighting her vocal agility.

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 smooth R&B melodies and strong vocal performances but lacks standout compositions throughout.

What we noticed

The first three tracks establish a consistent mid-tempo groove, while the following tracks introduce varied instrumentation and vocal arrangements.
The album closes with a soft ballad that contrasts with the more upbeat earlier tracks, creating a sense of resolution.

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 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 Quick Slick 3:58
2 Move It, Do It 3:56
3 You Set My Love in Motion 3:28
4 There’s Nothing Like a Woman in Love 4:22
5 Can’t Shake Your Love 4:12
6 I Must Be in Love 3:53
7 Wish Upon a Star 3:45
8 Out the Box 5:50
9 I Know the Way to Your Heart 4:08
10 I Love You 4:40

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