The Real Thing: Words and Sounds Vol. 3
Jill Scott · 2007
50 min · 15 tracks · rhythm and blues
A lush blend of soulful melodies and introspective lyrics, encapsulating the essence of contemporary R&B.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Real Thing Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Hate On Me — This track confronts critics with an empowering message about self-worth and resilience, underpinned by a powerful vocal performance that showcases Scott's range.
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Come See Me — Featuring a smooth, laid-back groove, this song captures the longing for connection while blending heartfelt lyrics with a catchy chorus, making it memorable.
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Epiphany — In this track, Scott narrates a moment of revelation about love and self-discovery, utilizing poignant imagery that reflects her lyrical depth and emotional honesty.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and production but has uneven pacing and cohesion.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate spoken word elements, blending poetry with melody to enhance the lyrical depth.
- The pacing varies significantly, with the first half maintaining an upbeat tempo while the latter half shifts to slower, more introspective songs.
- 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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5/10
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
- deeply personal storytelling
- intimate late-night reflections
- smooth, flowing transitions
- short, impactful listening sessions
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album solidified her reputation, debuting at number one on the R&B chart.
- Career context
- By 2007, Jill Scott was solidifying her position as a leading voice in neo-soul, following her acclaimed album 'Beautifully Human: Words and Sounds Vol. 2' released in 2004. 'The Real Thing: Words and Sounds Vol. 3' represents a continuation of her exploration into themes of love, identity, and self-empowerment, further establishing her artistic vision.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Erykah Badu· Lauryn Hill· India.Arie
Tracklist
- 1 Let It Be 1:50
- 2 The Real Thing Start here 3:25
- 3 Hate On Me 3:29
- 4 Come See Me 5:00
- 5 Crown Royal 1:48
- 6 Epiphany 2:32
- 7 My Love 3:50
- 8 Insomnia 3:55
- 9 How It Make You Feel 4:32
- 10 Only You 3:35
- 11 Whenever You're Around 4:05
- 12 Celibacy Blues 2:15
- 13 All I 4:56
- 14 Wanna Be Loved 3:22
- 15 Breathe 2:05
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