What makes Always Never Home by Syd notable?

The album received positive reviews, highlighting Syd's unique voice and lyrical depth within the hip-hop genre. It solidified her position as a significant figure in contemporary R&B and hip-hop, paving the way for future female artists in the genre. Released in January 2017, 'Always Never Home' is Syd's debut solo project after her work with the critically acclaimed group The Internet. At this point in her career, she was transitioning from a collaborative environment to establishing her own identity as a solo artist.