Something Big
Mary Mary · 2011
44 min · 12 tracks · rhythm and blues
An uplifting blend of modern gospel and R&B, infused with vibrant energy and powerful vocal harmonies.
Top tracks — play these first
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Something Big — The title track captures the album's core theme of aspiration and faith, featuring a catchy chorus that encourages listeners to embrace big dreams.
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It Is Well — This track stands out for its poignant lyrics and emotional delivery, reinterpreting the classic hymn with a fresh, contemporary arrangement that resonates deeply.
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Never Wave My Flag — With its driving beat and empowering message, this song serves as an anthem of resilience and determination, showcasing Mary Mary's signature vocal style.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines R&B and gospel elements effectively but lacks a cohesive flow throughout its runtime.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature upbeat tempos and strong vocal harmonies, while the fourth track shifts to a slower, more reflective pace.
- Several songs incorporate call-and-response elements, engaging listeners and encouraging participation.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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
- uplifting anthems for celebration
- empowering tracks for motivation
- short bursts of vibrant energy
- cathartic sing-along moments
- joyful reflections on resilience
Maybe skip if you
- slow introspective listening experiences
- need for longer, sprawling albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2011, Something Big is Mary Mary's fifth studio album, marking their continued evolution in the gospel music scene. Following their successful album The Sound in 2008, this record showcases their commitment to combining contemporary sounds with spiritual messages, expanding their reach beyond traditional gospel audiences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kirk Franklin· Yolanda Adams· CeCe Winans
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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It Is Well
The climactic bridge shifts from a reflective tone to an overwhelming sense of hope, emphasizing personal triumph over adversity.
This moment introduces a dynamic shift in the song's energy, moving from introspection to an uplifting declaration that embodies the essence of faith.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Something Big 3:51
- 2 Something Bigger 3:17
- 3 Blind 3:34
- 4 It Is Well 4:00
- 5 Never Wave My Flag 3:49
- 6 Walking 3:20
- 7 Walk Slow 1:49
- 8 Survive 3:39
- 9 Are You Ready 3:35
- 10 Catch Me 3:45
- 11 Sitting With Me 3:57
- 12 Homecoming Glory 5:24
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