Top tracks — play these first
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No Good for Me — This opening track sets the tone with its catchy chorus and relatable themes of self-empowerment, making it a standout introduction to the album.
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Promises Promises — With its infectious rhythm and heartfelt lyrics, this song highlights Lois's vocal range and ability to convey emotion, cementing her artistry.
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Hallelujah (acoustic) — The acoustic rendition showcases Lois's raw vocal talent and emotional depth, offering a stark contrast to the album's more produced tracks.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid songwriting and production but lacks standout moments that elevate it beyond its genre.
What we noticed
- The first five tracks maintain a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the sixth track introduces a more upbeat rhythm.
- Several songs feature layered vocal harmonies that enhance the emotional delivery of the lyrics.
- The album closes with an acoustic version of 'Hallelujah', which shifts the mood significantly from the preceding tracks.
- 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
- steady mid-tempo listening experience
- introspective moments of reflection
- emotive melodies for quiet times
- captivating flow for focus
- soothing background for conversations
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer standalone single hits
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on November 27, 2009, 'Smoke' came as Lisa Lois's debut album following her victory on the Dutch talent show 'X Factor' in 2008. This marked her transition from reality TV star to a recording artist, establishing her presence in the pop music scene in the Netherlands.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Birdy· Lana Del Rey· Aurora
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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I Know Who I Am
The bridge shifts into a confident declaration of self-identity that stands out amidst the reflective verses.
This moment marks a turning point in the song, contrasting earlier uncertainty with a bold affirmation of personal strength.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 No Good for Me 3:00
- 2 Little by Little 3:17
- 3 I Know Who I Am 3:39
- 4 Promises Promises 3:22
- 5 Sophia 3:38
- 6 Move 2:59
- 7 Too Much Is Never Enough 4:15
- 8 Owe It All to You 3:48
- 9 Watching You 3:39
- 10 Smoke 4:01
- 11 Hallelujah (acoustic) 3:36
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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