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Stole

Kelly Rowland · 2002

12 min · 3 tracks · contemporary R&B

A poignant blend of contemporary R&B and dance-pop that explores themes of loss and resilience.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Stole — The title track encapsulates the album's theme of loss through a haunting melody and heartfelt lyrics, resonating deeply with listeners.
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    Stole (Azza Nu Soul mix) — This remix reimagines the original with an upbeat twist, making it a staple in dance clubs while maintaining the emotional core of the song.
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    Simply Deep — This track showcases Rowland's vocal prowess and versatility, blending elements of R&B and pop that highlight her growth as an artist.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

45 /100
Lowland
Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The single showcases strong vocal performance and emotional themes but lacks depth in its overall composition.

What we noticed

  • The lead track features a slow tempo with a steady beat, allowing the emotional delivery of the vocals to take center stage.
  • The song's structure includes a verse-chorus format, with a bridge that heightens the emotional impact before returning to the chorus.
  • The Azza Nu Soul mix introduces additional rhythmic elements and a more upbeat tempo, contrasting with the original version's somber tone.
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
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
4/10

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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Stole 4:12
  • 2 Stole (Azza Nu Soul mix) 4:34
  • 3 Simply Deep 3:23

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