Released 53 years ago this October
Stone Gon’
Barry White · 1973
38 min · 5 tracks · soul
Lush orchestration and smooth, deep vocals entwine in Barry White's signature blend of soul and romance.
Top tracks — play these first
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Never Never Gonna Give Ya Up — This track exemplifies Barry White's ability to blend seductive lyrics with an irresistible groove, showcasing his signature style.
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Honey Please, Can’t Ya See — The emotive delivery and rich instrumentation highlight White's mastery of romantic balladry, making it a standout on the album.
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You're My Baby — With its sweeping melodies and heartfelt lyrics, this track encapsulates the essence of love that permeates the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The lush orchestration and deep vocals create a distinct romantic atmosphere, solidifying its place in soul music.
What we noticed
- The album features five tracks, each exceeding five minutes, allowing for extended instrumental sections and vocal improvisation.
- Lush orchestration is prominent throughout, with strings and horns creating a rich backdrop for the deep vocals.
- Each track employs a slow to mid-tempo groove, maintaining a consistent romantic vibe across the record.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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
- long, immersive listening sessions
- intimate romantic atmospheres
- emotional vocal expression
- slow, steady grooves
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on October 2, 1973, 'Stone Gon’' was Barry White's second studio album, following his successful debut 'I've Got So Much to Give.' At this point in his career, White was solidifying his role as a leading figure in the soul genre, known for his distinctive baritone voice and romantic themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Isaac Hayes· Marvin Gaye· Al Green
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Girl It’s True, Yes I’ll Always Love You 8:40
- 2 Honey Please, Can’t Ya See 5:15
- 3 You’re My Baby 9:12
- 4 Hard to Believe That I Found You 7:03
- 5 Never Never Gonna Give Ya Up 7:55
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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