Some Girls Do cover

Some Girls Do

Lee Aaron · 1991

53 min · 13 tracks · blues

A vibrant blend of hard rock and pop sensibilities, showcasing catchy hooks and Lee Aaron's powerful vocals.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Some Girls Do — The title track encapsulates the album's energetic spirit with its infectious chorus and showcases Lee Aaron's dynamic vocal range, making it a defining anthem of her career.
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    Crazy in Love — This track features a catchy melody paired with playful lyrics that highlight themes of romantic excitement, embodying the lighter side of the album's rock sound.
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    (You Make Me) Wanna Be Bad — With its sultry undertones and strong chorus, this track stands out as an exploration of desire, reflecting Aaron's confident persona and appeal within the rock genre.

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 solid songwriting and energetic performances but lacks standout depth or cohesion throughout.

What we noticed

  • The first five tracks maintain a high energy level with driving guitar riffs and upbeat tempos, while the sixth track introduces a slower groove.
  • Several songs feature call-and-response vocal patterns, enhancing the dynamic interaction between Aaron's voice and the instrumentation.
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 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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • high-energy sing-along moments
  • earworm choruses that stick
  • playful and flirtatious vibes
  • upbeat tracks for celebration
  • dynamic pacing with variety

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer slow, introspective music
  • seek lengthy atmospheric pieces

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1991, Some Girls Do was Lee Aaron's fourth studio album and marked her transition into a more mainstream rock sound after the heavier approach of her earlier works. This album came at a time when Aaron was solidifying her identity as a leading female figure in the Canadian rock scene, following the success of her previous album, Call of the Wild.
Stylistic neighbors
Pat Benatar· Heart· Alannah Myles

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Some Girls Do 3:36
  • 2 Crazy in Love 3:50
  • 3 Hands Off the Merchandise 3:28
  • 4 Wild at Heart 4:05
  • 5 Sex With Love 4:42
  • 6 (You Make Me) Wanna Be Bad 3:54
  • 7 Tuff Love 4:34
  • 8 Motor City Boy 4:17
  • 9 Love Crimes 3:55
  • 10 Can't Stand the Heat 3:44
  • 11 Dangerous 3:37
  • 12 Tell Me Somethin' Good 4:39
  • 13 Peace on Earth 5:11

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