Released 10 years ago
Something Beautiful
Jordan Smith · 2016
56 min · 14 tracks · pop music
A soaring collection of heartfelt ballads infused with gospel influences and a contemporary pop sensibility.
Top tracks — play these first
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Stand in the Light — This track encapsulates the album's uplifting message and showcases Smith's powerful vocal range with its anthemic chorus.
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You Are So Beautiful — A poignant rendition that highlights Smith's ability to convey deep emotion through his voice, making it a standout moment on the album.
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Amazing Grace — Smith’s interpretation breathes new life into this classic hymn, blending traditional elements with modern pop sensibilities that resonate deeply with listeners.
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No More Night — This track delivers an inspiring message of hope and resilience, beautifully showcasing Smith's vocal strength and emotional delivery.
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 emotional ballads but lacks significant innovation in composition.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces slower ballads that create a reflective atmosphere.
- Vocal arrangements often include layered harmonies, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the emotional impact of the lyrics.
- Several tracks incorporate gospel elements, such as call-and-response sections and prominent piano accompaniment, which contribute to the overall uplifting feel.
- 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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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What Now
The bridge shifts perspective to envision a future filled with possibilities, moving from uncertainty to hope.
This structural change enhances the song's narrative arc, transforming it from introspection to empowerment as it embraces what lies ahead.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Over the Rainbow 3:43
- 2 Stand in the Light 3:57
- 3 You Are So Beautiful 2:22
- 4 Beautiful 4:34
- 5 Angel 4:42
- 6 And So It Goes 3:39
- 7 Amazing Grace 4:23
- 8 I Got to Be Me 4:19
- 9 Settle 3:11
- 10 What Now 5:01
- 11 Ain’t Got Far to Go 3:00
- 12 Beautiful Things 4:01
- 13 No More Night 5:10
- 14 Every Prayer 4:30
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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