Where I Wanna Be
Donell Jones · 1999
55 min · 13 tracks · contemporary R&B
Smooth contemporary R&B melodies intertwine with heartfelt lyrics, creating a romantic and introspective atmosphere throughout the album.
Top tracks — play these first
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U Know What's Up — As the lead single, this track showcases Jones' smooth vocal delivery and catchy hooks that helped define the album's sound and establish his popularity.
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Where I Wanna Be — The title track dives deep into themes of love and longing, featuring emotive lyrics that resonate with listeners while highlighting Jones' songwriting prowess.
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This Luv — This track blends soulful melodies with relatable romantic experiences, demonstrating Jones' ability to create intimate moments through music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends smooth melodies with heartfelt lyrics, creating a cohesive yet varied listening experience.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks that maintain a consistent groove, while the second half shifts to slower, more introspective ballads.
- The album includes interludes that provide brief pauses between songs, allowing for a smoother transition and maintaining the album's flow.
- 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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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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Where I Wanna Be
The perspective shifts from yearning for a relationship to accepting its complexities reflects personal growth.
This structural choice starkly contrasts earlier sentiments in the song, showcasing emotional evolution while anchoring the narrative in realism.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 U Know What's Up 4:01
- 2 Shorty 3:12
- 3 Where I Wanna Be 4:13
- 4 Have You Seen Her 3:42
- 5 This Luv 4:09
- 6 All Her Love 4:35
- 7 It's Alright 4:23
- 8 Think About It (Don't Call My Crib) 5:37
- 9 He Won't Hurt You 4:50
- 10 Pushin' 4:55
- 11 I Wanna Luv U 4:18
- 12 When I Was Down 3:47
- 13 U Know What's Up 4:03
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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