What makes Someday (I'm Coming Back) by Lisa Stansfield notable?

The album featured hits that showcased Stansfield's powerful vocals and songwriting skills, further establishing her influence in the 90s music landscape. It achieved notable chart success, reaching the top ten in several countries, which contributed to her reputation as a leading artist in pop and soul. Released in 1992, Someday (I'm Coming Back) was Lisa Stansfield's third studio album, following her successful debut Affection in 1989 and its follow-up Real Love in 1991. At this point, she had solidified her status as a prominent figure in the UK pop-soul scene, building on her previous commercial successes and critical acclaim.

How many songs are on Someday (I'm Coming Back)?

Someday (I'm Coming Back) has 3 tracks, running approximately 18 minutes.

Someday (I'm Coming Back)

Lisa Stansfield · 1992

18 min · 3 tracks · pop music

A rich blend of pop and soul, marked by lush arrangements and Stansfield's emotive vocal delivery that captivates from start to finish.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Someday (I'm Coming Back) — The title track encapsulates the album's theme of longing and hope, showcasing Stansfield's vocal prowess coupled with a memorable melody.
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Time to Make You Mine — This track blends rhythmic pop with soulful undertones, reflecting Stansfield's ability to navigate different musical styles seamlessly.
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Set Your Loving Free — With its upbeat tempo and catchy chorus, this song exemplifies the joyful fusion of pop and soul that characterizes much of the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

56 /100

Foothills

Higher than 47% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong songwriting and production but lacks a cohesive flow across its short runtime.

What we noticed

The title track features a prominent horn section that complements the lush string arrangements, creating a rich sonic backdrop.
Stansfield's vocal delivery is layered with harmonies in the chorus, enhancing the emotional impact of the lyrics.
The second track, 'Tenderly', shifts to a slower tempo and features a minimalist piano arrangement that contrasts with the opener.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

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.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This album solidified her influence in the 90s music landscape.
Career context: Released in 1992, Someday (I'm Coming Back) was Lisa Stansfield's third studio album, following her successful debut Affection in 1989 and its follow-up Real Love in 1991. At this point, she had solidified her status as a prominent figure in the UK pop-soul scene, building on her previous commercial successes and critical acclaim.
Stylistic neighbors: Sade· Annie Lennox· Toni Braxton