Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

60 /100
Treeline
Higher than 66% of albums we've rated

Tim Maia's debut blends funk and samba with strong arrangements, showcasing his unique style within Brazilian music.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a strong brass section that sets a lively tone, followed by rhythmic guitar patterns typical of funk and samba.
  • Several tracks feature call-and-response vocal arrangements, emphasizing the communal aspect of Brazilian music.
  • The last three tracks slow down significantly, creating a contrast to the energetic opening and allowing for emotional reflection.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Bem vinda
  • 2 Você me enganou
  • 3 Pede a ela 4:51
  • 4 O adeus de quem tanto amei 3:35
  • 5 Você tem que saber
  • 6 Uma estrela a mais
  • 7 A grande família brasileira da comunicação
  • 8 Pense bem
  • 9 Leva 4:18
  • 10 Acredito 3:29

Reference: MusicBrainz · Wikidata