The Second Coming
Little Richard · 1972
40 min · 9 tracks · funk
A vibrant fusion of funk, gospel, and rhythm and blues, underscored by Little Richard's exuberant vocals and playful energy.
Top tracks — play these first
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Mockinbird Sally Start here — This track introduces the album's playful tone with its catchy melody and distinctive groove, setting the stage for Little Richard's dynamic vocal delivery.
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It Ain’t What You Do, It’s the Way How You Do It — This song captures the essence of Little Richard's charisma, blending humor with a funky rhythm that showcases his unique storytelling style.
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Prophet of Peace — Serving as a poignant reflection on social issues, this track highlights Richard's gospel roots while infusing vibrant rhythms that elevate the message.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases vibrant funk elements while integrating gospel influences, creating an engaging yet uneven listening experience.
What we noticed
- Several tracks feature call-and-response vocal patterns, emphasizing Little Richard's gospel roots.
- The final track concludes with a gradual fade-out, leaving a lingering sense of celebration.
- 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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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
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
- dynamic journey with energetic peaks
- groovy rhythms that inspire movement
- celebratory tracks for uplifting moments
- engaging sing-alongs with friends
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward, single-focused albums
- seek consistently mellow listening experiences
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Represents Little Richard's return with vibrant themes and sound after a hiatus.
- Themes
- gospel-infused funk· playful storytelling· social commentary
- Career context
- Released in 1972, The Second Coming marked Little Richard's return to the music scene after a brief hiatus from recording. This album followed his resurgence in popularity during the late 1960s, showcasing a blend of traditional rock and roll with contemporary soul influences as he sought to redefine his artistic direction.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chuck Berry· Fats Domino· James Brown
Tracklist
- 1 Mockinbird Sally Start here 3:37
- 2 Second Line 4:46
- 3 It Ain’t What You Do, It’s the Way How You Do It 2:41
- 4 The Saints 4:57
- 5 Nuki Suki 5:27
- 6 Rockin’ Rockin’ Boogie 5:27
- 7 Prophet of Peace 3:16
- 8 Thomasine 3:07
- 9 Sanctified, Satisfied Toe‐Tapper 7:06
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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