We Almost Got It Together
Tanita Tikaram · 1990
15 min · 4 tracks · folk music
A blend of introspective folk melodies and soft pop sensibilities that evoke a sense of longing and bittersweet reflection.
Top tracks — play these first
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We Almost Got It Together — The title track encapsulates the album's emotional core, blending heartfelt lyrics with Tikaram's signature vocal delivery that balances vulnerability and strength.
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Love Story — This track stands out for its catchy melody and narrative-driven lyrics that reflect on relationships, highlighting Tikaram's ability to weave storytelling into her music.
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Over You All (studio version) — This song features poignant lyrics about moving on from past relationships, showcasing a mature perspective and emotional depth that resonates throughout the album.
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 performance but lacks standout moments that elevate it significantly.
What we noticed
- The album maintains a consistent mid-tempo pace, with only slight variations in dynamics across the four tracks.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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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7/10
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.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — This album showcases Tikaram's evolving artistry but is less recognized than her earlier works.
- Career context
- Released in 1990, We Almost Got It Together marked Tanita Tikaram's return after her successful debut, Ancient Heart. This album, her third, found Tikaram exploring more complex themes while continuing to build on her distinctive sound established earlier in her career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Natalie Merchant· Lisa Hannigan· Sarah McLachlan
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 We Almost Got It Together 4:01
- 2 Love Story 3:17
- 3 Over You All (studio version) 3:17
- 4 Rose on Wood 4:30
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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