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Syreeta

Syreeta Wright · 1980

39 min · 10 tracks · rhythm and blues

A smooth blend of soul and R&B, infused with heartfelt vocals and lush instrumentation that captures the essence of love and longing.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I’m Yours) — This track stands out as a vibrant reimagining of the classic originally performed by Stevie Wonder, showcasing Syreeta's powerful vocal delivery and emotional depth.
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    Love Fire — An exploration of passionate romance, this song features layered harmonies and an infectious groove that exemplifies Syreeta's smooth soul style.
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    Let Me Be the One — This tender ballad highlights her vocal range and ability to convey deep emotion, making it a poignant centerpiece of the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

46 /100
Foothills
Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album features strong vocal performances and solid arrangements but lacks standout compositions throughout.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album maintains a consistent mid-tempo groove, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and emotional dynamics.
  • Several tracks feature lush string arrangements that complement the vocal melodies, enhancing the overall emotional impact.
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
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

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 Blame It on the Sun 4:20
  • 2 Let Me Be the One 4:01
  • 3 You Bring Out the Love in Me 3:30
  • 4 Please Stay 4:18
  • 5 He’s Gone 3:27
  • 6 Love Fire 4:51
  • 7 Here’s My Love 3:27
  • 8 Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I’m Yours) 3:27
  • 9 Dance for Me Children 2:52
  • 10 One More Time for Love 4:55

What to play next

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