Released 39 years ago this November
Tell It to My Heart
Taylor Dayne · 1987
31 min · 5 tracks · contemporary R&B
An infectious blend of pop and dance beats, layered with soulful vocals that beckon listeners to the dance floor.
Top tracks — play these first
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Tell It to My Heart (Tempo radio edit) — This radio edit encapsulates the vibrant energy of the album, showcasing Dayne's powerful vocals against an irresistible dance beat that became iconic in clubs.
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Tell It to My Heart (Tempo club mix) — The extended club mix elevates the song's infectious hook, emphasizing its dancefloor appeal and illustrating how it bridged pop and house music genres.
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Tell It to My Heart (Tony de Vit club mix) — This remix offers a deeper dive into the house influences of the track, showcasing a more underground sound that expanded its reach beyond mainstream radio.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features strong pop hooks and energetic production but lacks depth for lasting engagement.
What we noticed
- The first five tracks maintain a consistent dance-pop tempo, with the title track featuring a prominent synth hook that recurs throughout.
- Vocals are layered with harmonies, particularly in the choruses, which enhances the emotional intensity of the songs.
- Several tracks incorporate key changes that elevate the energy and dynamics, especially before the final choruses.
- 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
- steady rhythmic dance energy
- upbeat anthems for celebration
- nightlife nostalgia with friends
- short bursts of euphoric fun
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slower, reflective music
- seek lengthy immersive experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'Tell It to My Heart' was released in November 1987, Taylor Dayne was emerging as a significant figure in the pop and dance music scenes, marking her debut album. This record followed her breakout single of the same name, which propelled her into mainstream recognition and laid the groundwork for her subsequent success.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kylie Minogue· Deborah Cox· CeCe Peniston
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Tell It to My Heart (Tempo radio edit) 3:47
- 2 Tell It to My Heart 3:38
- 3 Tell It to My Heart (Tempo club mix) 8:46
- 4 Tell It to My Heart (Tony de Vit club mix) 7:57
- 5 Tell It to My Heart (Tony de Vit Trade mix) 7:02
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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