That's What I Like
Bruno Mars · 2017
3 min · 1 track · contemporary R&B
A slick blend of contemporary R&B and funk that radiates playful confidence and romantic allure.
Top tracks — play these first
-
→
That’s What I Like — This track exemplifies Mars' signature style with its smooth production and catchy chorus, encapsulating themes of romance and celebration in modern relationships.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The song blends R&B and funk effectively, showcasing strong production and catchy melodies.
What we noticed
- The track features a steady mid-tempo beat with a prominent bass line that drives the rhythm throughout.
- Vocal harmonies are layered in the chorus, enhancing the playful and romantic feel of the song.
- The arrangement includes brass instrumentation that adds a funk element, contrasting with the smooth R&B vocals.
- Composition 25% of the score
-
7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
-
8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
-
6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
-
7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
-
8/10
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.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — 'That's What I Like' solidified Bruno Mars' status as a pop powerhouse after '24K Magic'.
- Themes
- luxurious nights· sensual indulgence· dance floor romance
- Career context
- When 'That's What I Like' was released on January 30, 2017, Bruno Mars was enjoying the momentum from his critically acclaimed album '24K Magic' (2016), which had already established him as a pop powerhouse. This song, part of his third studio album, showcases his evolving sound and solidifies his position in the contemporary music landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Anderson .Paak· Justin Timberlake· Charlie Puth
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 That’s What I Like 3:26
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.