Top tracks — play these first
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What's Your Sign? — This track stands out as an upbeat anthem that combines catchy hooks with intriguing lyrical questions about identity and connection.
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I'm Kissing You — A heartfelt ballad that showcases Des'ree's vocal range, it encapsulates deep emotions tied to love and longing, becoming a staple on romantic playlists.
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Proud to Be a Dread — This track celebrates cultural pride and identity, featuring rhythmic influences that highlight Des'ree's versatility and connection to her roots.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends pop and soul effectively but lacks standout depth and cohesion across its entirety.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks that maintain a consistent tempo, while the second half introduces slower ballads that shift the emotional tone.
- Several tracks incorporate layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the soulful quality of the melodies.
- The lyrics often employ a conversational style, with direct questions and affirmations that engage the listener on personal themes.
- 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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- uplifting anthems for self-empowerment
- reflective moments of love
- soulful melodies for relaxation
- for afternoon daydreaming
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy dance tracks
- prefer concise, quick listens
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Des'ree released 'Supernatural' as her third studio album in 1998, following the success of her previous album 'Imagination' in 1996. At this point in her career, she was solidifying her presence in the pop and R&B scenes, showcasing a refined sound that blended elements of various genres.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sade· Erykah Badu· Jill Scott
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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I'm Kissing You
The bridge shifts into a reflective tone where the singer contemplates the depth of love experienced.
This moment introduces a more introspective perspective, contrasting with the song's earlier declarations of affection.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 What's Your Sign? 4:07
- 2 God Only Knows 4:44
- 3 Life 3:37
- 4 Best Days 4:12
- 5 Proud to Be a Dread 3:57
- 6 I'm Kissing You 4:53
- 7 Indigo Daisies 6:55
- 8 Time 4:13
- 9 Down by the River 5:11
- 10 Darwin Star 5:20
- 11 Fire 4:41
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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