Bitter
Meshell Ndegeocello · 1999
47 min · 12 tracks · hip-hop · jazz · soul
Soulful grooves intertwine with introspective lyrics, reflecting a deep emotional landscape of love and loss.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady emotional exploration throughout introspective moments for reflection soulful grooves for late nights
- Context
- Released in 1999, 'Bitter' was Meshell Ndegeocello's fourth studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'Peace Beyond Passion'. At this point in her career, she had established herself as a genre-defying artist blending elements of soul, jazz, and hip-hop, further solidifying her unique voice in the music industry.
- If you like
- hip-hop, jazz, soul
Bitter is an album by Meshell Ndegeocello, released in 1999. Soulful grooves intertwine with introspective lyrics, reflecting a deep emotional landscape of love and loss. 'Bitter' received significant critical acclaim upon its release, showcasing Ndegeocello's lyrical vulnerability and musical innovation. It peaked at number 29 on the Billboard 200 chart and was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Urban/Alternative Performance for the track 'Faithful', highlighting its impact on the alternative R&B scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Bitter sound like?
Soulful grooves intertwine with introspective lyrics, reflecting a deep emotional landscape of love and loss. Rooted in hip-hop and jazz.
What makes Bitter by Meshell Ndegeocello notable?
'Bitter' received significant critical acclaim upon its release, showcasing Ndegeocello's lyrical vulnerability and musical innovation. It peaked at number 29 on the Billboard 200 chart and was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Urban/Alternative Performance for the track 'Faithful', highlighting its impact on the alternative R&B scene. Released in 1999, 'Bitter' was Meshell Ndegeocello's fourth studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'Peace Beyond Passion'. At this point in her career, she had established herself as a genre-defying artist blending elements of soul, jazz, and hip-hop, further solidifying her unique voice in the music industry.
Who is Bitter for?
Bitter works well if you're into steady emotional exploration throughout, introspective moments for reflection and soulful grooves for late nights.
How many songs are on Bitter?
Bitter has 12 tracks, running approximately 47 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Adam 2:23
- 2 Fool of Me 3:30
- 3 Faithful Standout 4:46
- 4 Satisfy 4:05
- 5 Bitter Standout 4:15
- 6 May This Be Love 5:16
- 7 Sincerity Standout 5:29
- 8 Loyalty 4:24
- 9 Beautiful 2:44
- 10 Eve 1:23
- 11 Wasted Time 4:55
- 12 Grace 4:26
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