What makes Songs of Love by Anita Ward notable?

The album features the iconic track 'Ring My Bell,' which topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart, solidifying Ward's place in pop history. Additionally, Songs of Love showcases a variety of styles within its disco framework, reflecting the genre's evolution during a transformative time for music in the late '70s. Released in January 1979, Songs of Love was Anita Ward's second studio album, following her successful debut with 'Ring My Bell.' At this point in her career, Ward was capitalizing on the success of her hit single, which had propelled her into the spotlight and established her as a notable figure in pop and disco music.

How many songs are on Songs of Love?

Songs of Love has 8 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.

Songs of Love

Anita Ward · 1979

40 min · 8 tracks · pop music

A vibrant blend of disco grooves and heartfelt ballads that defines the late '70s pop sound.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Ring My Bell (Midnight mix) — This track became an anthem for the disco era, blending infectious rhythms with catchy lyrics that resonated with listeners, making it one of her signature songs.
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Make Believe Lovers — With its lush arrangement and emotional delivery, this song captures the essence of longing and desire, showcasing Ward's vocal range and artistry.
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If I Could Feel That Old Feeling Again — This track stands out for its nostalgic lyrics and smooth melody, reflecting on love lost and the yearning to recapture past emotions.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

43 /100

Lowland

Higher than 2% of albums we've rated

The album blends disco and ballads but lacks standout compositions beyond its hit single.

What we noticed

The album opens with a mid-tempo track that sets a smooth groove, transitioning into more upbeat disco rhythms by the third track.
Half of the tracks feature prominent string arrangements that enhance the lush sound typical of late '70s pop.
The sequencing includes a notable shift in energy with 'Ring My Bell' positioned as the fifth track, serving as a peak moment before returning to slower tempos.

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

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.

Tracklist

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

1 Make Believe Lovers 7:00
2 If I Could Feel That Old Feeling Again 4:11
3 Spoiled by Your Love 3:50
4 I Won't Stop Loving You 4:34
5 Ring My Bell (Midnight mix) 8:08
6 Sweet Splendor 3:48
7 There's No Doubt About It 3:54
8 You Lied 5:03

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