Sneakin' Out
Stacy Lattisaw · 1982
41 min · 9 tracks · pop music
A vibrant blend of pop and R&B with infectious grooves and heartfelt vocal delivery that captures youthful exuberance.
Top tracks — play these first
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Sneakin’ Out — The title track showcases Lattisaw's ability to blend pop sensibilities with an upbeat tempo, making it an anthem for youthful rebellion and freedom.
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Guys Like You (Give Love a Bad Name) — This track features a catchy hook and relatable lyrics that critique romantic relationships, which resonated deeply with her young audience.
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Tonight I’m Gonna Make You Mine — With its infectious melody and confident delivery, this song exemplifies Lattisaw's charm and vocal prowess, highlighting her appeal as a pop icon.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong vocal performances and engaging arrangements but lacks a cohesive narrative throughout.
What we noticed
- Several tracks feature prominent horn sections and layered backing vocals, enhancing the pop-R&B sound.
- The last two tracks slow down the tempo significantly, providing a contrast to the earlier upbeat songs.
- 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
- infectious grooves for dancing
- youthful exuberance and fun
- heartfelt vocals for sing-alongs
- late-night party energy
- nostalgic reflections on love
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid upbeat, lively vibes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on February 1, 1982, 'Sneakin' Out' was Stacy Lattisaw's second studio album, following her self-titled debut. By this time, she was establishing herself as a prominent figure in the R&B genre, particularly appealing to a teenage audience with her vibrant sound and relatable themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Shanice· Debbie Gibson· Lisa Lisa and Cult Jam
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sneakin’ Out 5:51
- 2 Guys Like You (Give Love a Bad Name) 4:06
- 3 Memories 4:11
- 4 Tonight I’m Gonna Make You Mine 3:07
- 5 Hey There Lonely Boy 3:57
- 6 Don’t Throw It All Away 4:07
- 7 Attack of the Name Game 6:23
- 8 I’m Down for You 5:08
- 9 I Could Love You So Divine 4:15
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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