What does Talk Dirty sound like?

A vibrant mix of infectious beats and catchy hooks that seamlessly blend pop, R&B, and hip-hop elements. Rooted in contemporary R&B and hip-hop. Start with "Talk Dirty".

Is Talk Dirty a good place to start with Jason Derulo?

Yes, Talk Dirty is recommended as a starting point for new Jason Derulo listeners. A vibrant mix of infectious beats and catchy hooks that seamlessly blend pop, R&B, and hip-hop elements. Released in January 2014, Talk Dirty marked a significant commercial peak for Jason Derulo, following his successful album Tattoos from 2013. The album showcased his evolution as a pop artist, solidifying his presence in the mainstream music scene and featuring collaborations with prominent producers and artists.

Who is Talk Dirty for?

Talk Dirty works well if you're into danceable beats for party vibes, steady flow for social gatherings and playful energy for lighthearted fun.

How many songs are on Talk Dirty?

Talk Dirty has 11 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.

Talk Dirty

Jason Derulo · 2014

37 min · 11 tracks · contemporary R&B

A vibrant mix of infectious beats and catchy hooks that seamlessly blend pop, R&B, and hip-hop elements.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Talk Dirty Start here — The lead single features a catchy saxophone riff and showcases Derulo's signature blend of R&B and pop, making it immediately memorable and danceable.
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Wiggle — With its playful lyrics and infectious beat, this track exemplifies the album's fun, party-centric vibe and further cements Derulo's appeal in club settings.
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Marry Me — This ballad contrasts the upbeat tracks with its romantic theme, showcasing Derulo's versatility as an artist capable of delivering heartfelt performances.

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 combines catchy hooks with energetic production, appealing to pop and R&B audiences while maintaining a consistent sound.

What we noticed

The first three tracks maintain a high-energy tempo, with 'Talk Dirty' and 'Wiggle' featuring prominent brass instrumentation that drives the rhythm.
Several tracks incorporate call-and-response vocal patterns, particularly in 'Trumpets' and 'Kama Sutra', enhancing listener engagement.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 6/10

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

danceable beats for party vibes
steady flow for social gatherings
playful energy for lighthearted fun
catchy hooks for group sing-alongs
upbeat tracks for celebration moments

Maybe skip if you

prefer slow, introspective music
seek deep lyrical exploration

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This album marked a significant commercial peak and wider recognition for Derulo.
Career context: Released in January 2014, Talk Dirty marked a significant commercial peak for Jason Derulo, following his successful album Tattoos from 2013. The album showcased his evolution as a pop artist, solidifying his presence in the mainstream music scene and featuring collaborations with prominent producers and artists.
Stylistic neighbors: Usher· Chris Brown· T-Pain