Concrete Rose cover

Concrete Rose

Ashanti · 2003

58 min · 18 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · soul

A lush blend of contemporary R&B and hip-hop, showcasing heartfelt vulnerability and confident empowerment.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for relaxed listening
  • heartfelt themes of empowerment
  • interludes enhancing narrative flow
  • soulful moments for introspection
  • for late-night vibes

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking fast-paced energy
  • prefer standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Concrete Rose was Ashanti's third studio album, following her successful self-titled debut and the double-platinum album Chapter II. Released in January 2004, it marked a pivotal moment as she sought to solidify her place in the R&B scene amidst emerging competition and evolving musical landscapes.
Stylistic neighbors
Aaliyah· Toni Braxton· Keyshia Cole

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Concrete Rose (intro) 1:17
  • 2 Still Down 4:13
  • 3 Message to the Fans (skit) 0:23
  • 4 Only U 3:06
  • 5 Focus 3:17
  • 6 Don’t Let Them 4:23
  • 7 Love Again 4:08
  • 8 Take Me Tonight 4:05
  • 9 U 3:35
  • 10 Every Lil’ Thing 3:56
  • 11 Turn It Up 4:16
  • 12 Buck 3000 (skit) 0:22
  • 13 So Hot 4:57
  • 14 Don’t Leave Me Alone 3:33
  • 15 Sister Stories (skit) 0:45
  • 16 Freedom 3:51
  • 17 Wonderful (remix) 4:42
  • 18 Touch My Body 3:31

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata