To Love Again
Diana Ross · 1981
74 min · 20 tracks · jazz
A heartfelt blend of soul and pop, showcasing Diana Ross's vocal elegance over lush orchestral arrangements.
Top tracks — play these first
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Endless Love — This duet with Lionel Richie not only topped charts but also became a signature song for both artists, encapsulating the romantic essence of the album.
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It's My Turn Start here — The album opener showcases Ross's powerful vocals and sets the tone for themes of love and longing that pervade the entire record.
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Cryin' My Heart Out for You — This track highlights Ross's ability to convey deep emotion through her delivery, making it a standout moment on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong orchestration and vocal performance but suffers from a lack of cohesive flow due to multiple versions of tracks.
What we noticed
- The album features lush orchestral arrangements that dominate the sound, with strings and horns providing a rich backdrop to Ross's vocals.
- Several tracks incorporate extended instrumental sections, allowing the orchestration to take center stage alongside Ross's singing.
- 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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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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4/10
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady romantic listening experience
- smooth orchestration for relaxation
- intimate moments of reflection
- warm melodies for cozy nights
- longing themes for emotional connection
Maybe skip if you
- seeking upbeat party tracks
- prefer instant gratification songs
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Features 'Endless Love,' a significant hit that increased Ross's recognition.
- Themes
- romantic longing· cinematic nostalgia· self-empowerment anthems
- Career context
- Released on February 17, 1981, To Love Again marked Diana Ross's return to solo work after a brief hiatus following her previous album, The Boss. This project arrived during a transitional period in her career as she sought to redefine her sound amidst the evolving music landscape of the early '80s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chaka Khan· Donna Summer· Anita Baker
Tracklist
- 1 It's My Turn Start here 3:58
- 2 Stay With Me 3:43
- 3 One More Chance 4:24
- 4 Cryin' My Heart Out for You 3:49
- 5 The Theme From Mahogany (Do You Know Where You're Going To?) (single mix) 3:26
- 6 I Thought It Took a Little Time (But Today I Fell in Love) 3:27
- 7 To Love Again 4:11
- 8 No One's Gonna Be a Fool Forever (single mix) 3:21
- 9 Touch Me in the Morning (extended single mix) 3:58
- 10 Love Me 2:58
- 11 Stop, Look, Listen (To Your Heart) (alternate mix) 2:56
- 12 Together (single mix) 3:18
- 13 After You 4:13
- 14 Too Shy to Say 3:17
- 15 Come in From the Rain 4:02
- 16 Never Say I Don't Love You 3:53
- 17 Share Some Love 4:07
- 18 Dreaming of You 4:34
- 19 Endless Love 4:28
- 20 We're Always Saying Goodbye 2:31
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Diamond Life
Sade
Shares lush orchestration and romantic themes with smooth, soulful melodies.
Rapture
Anita Baker
Explores similar themes of love and empowerment with rich, jazz-influenced R&B sound.
Killing Me Softly
Roberta Flack
Combines cinematic nostalgia and emotional depth in a soulful ballad format.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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