Closet Freak - The Best of Cee-Lo Green the Soul Machine
CeeLo Green · 2006
68 min · 17 tracks · contemporary R&B · funk · hip-hop
Eclectic soul-infused tracks blend funk, hip-hop, and gospel, showcasing CeeLo's distinctive vocal flair and lyrical depth.
Why this album works
This album is significant as it captures CeeLo's evolution as an artist and includes hits like 'Crazy' which dominated charts worldwide. It solidified his reputation and showcased a blend of genres that influenced contemporary R&B and hip-hop artists.
- Best for
- dynamic flow with varied intensity short bursts of vocal flair engaging storytelling through lyrics
- Context
- In 2006, CeeLo Green was transitioning from his role in Gnarls Barkley to a solo career, following the success of their debut album 'St. Elsewhere' in 2006. 'Closet Freak' served as a compilation that highlighted his unique style while setting the stage for his subsequent solo endeavors.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Beyoncé· Mariah Carey· Drake· Linkin Park· Lana Del Rey· Jennifer Lopez· LL Cool J· Miley Cyrus
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Free 1:24
- 2 Closet Freak Standout 3:37
- 3 I'll Be Around 3:42
- 4 The Art of Noise 3:45
- 5 Young Man (Sierra's Song) Standout 3:58
- 6 Gettin' Grown 4:11
- 7 Evening News 4:10
- 8 I Am Selling Soul 4:18
- 9 Living Again 3:31
- 10 A Thug's Concern (break)... One for the Road 5:43
- 11 Bass Head Jazz 3:33
- 12 Childz Play 3:51
- 13 Sometimes 5:03
- 14 Under tha Influence (Follow Me) 4:55
- 15 The One 4:41
- 16 Soul Food 3:56
- 17 Cell Therapy Standout 4:37
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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