Together Again
The Temptations · 1987
41 min · 9 tracks · funk
Smooth harmonies and lush instrumentation blend to create a nostalgic yet contemporary soul experience.
Top tracks — play these first
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Look What You Started Start here — This track opens the album with an infectious groove and showcases the group's signature vocal harmonies, setting the tone for the entire record.
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I Wonder Who She’s Seeing Now — The song features poignant storytelling about love and longing, resonating with listeners through its relatable lyrics and melodic structure.
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Everytime I Close My Eyes — A standout ballad that highlights the emotional depth of the group’s vocals, this track emphasizes their ability to convey heartfelt sentiments effectively.
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Do You Wanna Go With Me — With its upbeat tempo and playful lyrics, this song captures a sense of joy and flirtation that reflects the group's dynamic energy.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid songwriting and production but lacks standout tracks that elevate it beyond its genre.
What we noticed
- The album features lush instrumentation with prominent horn sections and smooth vocal harmonies that create a rich soundscape.
- Each track maintains a consistent mid-tempo groove, with rhythmic variations that keep the listener engaged without drastic shifts in pace.
- Several songs incorporate call-and-response vocal patterns, enhancing the interactive feel typical of funk and soul music.
- 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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5/10
- 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
- steady mid-tempo groove enjoyment
- heartfelt harmonies for connection
- for afternoon gatherings
- smooth rhythms for easy listening
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy excitement
- prefer short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows the group's continued vitality after lineup changes in a changing music scene.
- Themes
- 1980s R&B revival· emotional longing· smooth vocal harmonies
- Career context
- Released in 1987, Together Again marked The Temptations' return after a period of lineup changes and shifting musical trends. This album was significant as it followed their 1984 album, Truly for You, and showcased the group's ability to adapt to the evolving R&B landscape while maintaining their classic sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Supremes· Marvin Gaye· Earth, Wind & Fire
Tracklist
- 1 Look What You Started Start here 5:14
- 2 I Wonder Who She’s Seeing Now 5:08
- 3 10 X 10 4:56
- 4 Do You Wanna Go With Me 5:29
- 5 Little Things 4:10
- 6 I Got Your Number 4:24
- 7 Everytime I Close My Eyes 4:30
- 8 Lucky 3:23
- 9 Put Your Foot Down 3:58
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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