BLACKsummers'night is an album by Maxwell, released in 2009. Soulful melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating an atmosphere of emotional depth and vulnerability. BLACKsummers'night received critical acclaim, debuting at number one on the Billboard 200 and earning a Grammy Award for Best R&B Performance for 'Pretty Wings'. Its success helped revive interest in the neo-soul genre and solidified Maxwell's status as a leading figure in contemporary R&B. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does BLACKsummers'night sound like?
Soulful melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating an atmosphere of emotional depth and vulnerability. Rooted in soul.
What makes BLACKsummers'night by Maxwell notable?
BLACKsummers'night received critical acclaim, debuting at number one on the Billboard 200 and earning a Grammy Award for Best R&B Performance for 'Pretty Wings'. Its success helped revive interest in the neo-soul genre and solidified Maxwell's status as a leading figure in contemporary R&B. When Maxwell released BLACKsummers'night in 2009, it marked his first studio album in nearly a decade since Now (2001). This return was significant as it came during a period when neo-soul was evolving, and Maxwell aimed to refine his sound while reconnecting with his audience.
How many songs are on BLACKsummers'night?
BLACKsummers'night has 9 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bad Habits Standout 5:52
- 2 Cold 4:03
- 3 Pretty Wings Standout 5:10
- 4 Help Somebody 4:01
- 5 Stop the World 3:56
- 6 Love You 3:35
- 7 Fistful of Tears Standout 3:40
- 8 Playing Possum 4:23
- 9 Phoenix Rise 2:41
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