Twelve Deadly Cyns...and Then Some
Cyndi Lauper · 1994
66 min · 16 tracks · blues
A vibrant collection of reimagined classics showcasing Lauper's eclectic sound and emotional depth across pop and rock genres.
Top tracks — play these first
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Time After Time — This track exemplifies Lauper's ability to blend heartfelt lyrics with a poignant melody, becoming an enduring anthem of love and loyalty.
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True Colors — With its powerful message of self-acceptance, this song showcases Lauper's vocal prowess and emotional delivery, making it a timeless classic.
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I Drove All Night — The driving beat and passionate vocals highlight Lauper's versatility and ability to infuse energy into a narrative about longing and desire.
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Girls Just Want to Have Fun Start here — As one of Lauper's most recognizable hits, this track captures the essence of youthful exuberance and empowerment, remaining culturally significant decades later.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends reimagined classics with original material, showcasing Lauper's vocal style but lacks strong cohesion.
What we noticed
- Tracks like 'What's Going On' and 'Hey Now (Girls Just Want to Have Fun)' incorporate elements of blues and rock, while maintaining a pop sensibility.
- 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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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 flow with emotional peaks
- nostalgic sing-alongs with friends
- vibrant energy for uplifting moments
- poignant lyrics for reflective moods
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid longer listening experiences
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This compilation solidified Lauper's influence and showcased her iconic hits.
- Themes
- female empowerment anthems· LGBTQ+ acceptance· 1980s pop nostalgia
- Career context
- By the time 'Twelve Deadly Cyns...and Then Some' was released in 1994, Cyndi Lauper had already established herself as a pop icon with hits like 'Girls Just Want to Have Fun' and 'Time After Time.' This album served as her first greatest hits compilation, featuring new interpretations and remixes of her earlier work while reflecting a period of artistic maturation following her 1989 album 'A Night to Remember.'
- Stylistic neighbors
- Madonna· Annie Lennox· Debbie Harry
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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True Colors
The moment shifts from external observation to a direct address encouraging vulnerability and authenticity.
This direct appeal creates an intimate connection with listeners, inviting them to embrace their true selves in a society that often demands conformity.
Tracklist
- 1 I’m Gonna Be Strong 3:50
- 2 Girls Just Want to Have Fun Start here 3:55
- 3 Money Changes Everything 5:03
- 4 Time After Time 4:01
- 5 She Bop 3:43
- 6 All Through the Night 4:29
- 7 Change of Heart 4:24
- 8 True Colors 3:47
- 9 What’s Going On 3:51
- 10 I Drove All Night 4:12
- 11 The World Is Stone 4:25
- 12 Who Let in the Rain 4:35
- 13 That’s What I Think 4:18
- 14 Sally’s Pigeons 3:46
- 15 Hey Now (Girls Just Want to Have Fun) 3:51
- 16 Come on Home 4:36
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
The Immaculate Collection
Madonna
Shares vibrant pop energy and themes of empowerment, with a nostalgic '80s flair.
What's Love Got to Do with It
Tina Turner
Combines powerful vocals and anthemic themes of resilience and female strength.
Teenage Dream
Katy Perry
Blends upbeat pop hooks with messages of self-acceptance and celebration of individuality.
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