Amazing
Kanye West · 2009
3 min · 1 track · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · soul
A soaring blend of gospel-infused hip-hop and introspective lyrics, punctuated by industrial beats.
Amazing is a single by Kanye West, released in 2009. A soaring blend of gospel-infused hip-hop and introspective lyrics, punctuated by industrial beats. 'Amazing' received critical acclaim for its unique production and emotional depth, peaking at number 24 on the Billboard Hot 100. Its innovative sound influenced the hip-hop genre’s direction, especially in blending pop and gospel elements. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Amazing sound like?
A soaring blend of gospel-infused hip-hop and introspective lyrics, punctuated by industrial beats. Rooted in contemporary R&B and hip-hop.
What makes Amazing by Kanye West notable?
'Amazing' received critical acclaim for its unique production and emotional depth, peaking at number 24 on the Billboard Hot 100. Its innovative sound influenced the hip-hop genre’s direction, especially in blending pop and gospel elements. In 2009, Kanye West was transitioning from the commercial success of 'Graduation' to a more experimental phase. 'Amazing' served as a lead single for his fifth studio album, showcasing his artistic evolution following a period of personal challenges and public scrutiny after the Taylor Swift incident.
How many songs are on Amazing?
Amazing has 1 track, running approximately 3 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Amazing Standout 3:58
Release Date
March 10, 2009
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
3 min 58 sec
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