Released 10 years ago
The Definition Of...
Fantasia Barrino · 2016
48 min · 11 tracks · soul
A vibrant blend of contemporary R&B and classic soul, showcasing rich vocals over dynamic instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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When I Met You — This track stands out for its heartfelt lyrics and Fantasia's emotive delivery, encapsulating the transformative power of love.
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Crazy — With its infectious groove and relatable theme of love's unpredictability, this song showcases Fantasia's ability to blend vulnerability with energy.
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Ugly — This empowering anthem tackles self-acceptance and beauty standards, highlighting both lyrical depth and Fantasia's dynamic vocal range.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends contemporary R&B with classic soul, highlighted by strong vocal performances and varied tempos.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature a consistent mid-tempo groove, while the fourth track introduces a slower ballad that shifts the album's energy.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- rich vocal performances throughout
- emotional depth in every track
- uplifting anthems for celebration
- intimate moments of reflection
- dynamic pacing with varied tempos
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid emotional vulnerability themes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2016, The Definition Of... is Fantasia Barrino's fourth studio album, following her 2013 release, Side Effects of You. At this point in her career, Fantasia was establishing herself as a seasoned artist with a powerful vocal presence, embracing both personal storytelling and broader themes in her music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jennifer Hudson· Lalah Hathaway· Alicia Keys
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Crazy 4:50
- 2 No Time for It 3:26
- 3 So Blue 4:23
- 4 When I Met You 4:33
- 5 Sleeping With the One I Love 5:03
- 6 Stay Up 3:37
- 7 Ugly 3:18
- 8 Wait for You 5:09
- 9 Roller Coasters 4:55
- 10 Lonely Legend 3:50
- 11 I Made It 5:40
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