Cut 4 Me
Kelela · 2013
84 min · 22 tracks · electronic music
A fusion of electronic textures and alternative R&B, creating a lush soundscape that feels both intimate and expansive.
Top tracks — play these first
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Enemy — This track combines haunting melodies with sharp lyrical introspection, showcasing Kelela's ability to weave vulnerability into her sound. Its production pushes boundaries while maintaining emotional impact.
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Bank Head (extended) — The extended version of Bank Head highlights Kelela's rich vocal layers against a backdrop of complex beats, making it a standout moment that encapsulates the album's experimental ethos.
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Cut 4 Me — The title track serves as a powerful centerpiece, where Kelela articulates themes of desire and self-worth with striking clarity, set against an atmospheric production that enhances its emotional weight.
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Cherry Coffee — This closing track beautifully melds intimacy and longing through its lush instrumentation and relatable lyrics, cementing Kelela's artistic vision throughout the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Kelela's debut blends electronic and R&B elements with innovative structures, creating a distinct sound that resonates within its genre.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features tracks that build on rhythmic complexity, while the second half shifts to more atmospheric soundscapes.
- Vocals are layered with effects and harmonies, often blending seamlessly into the instrumental textures rather than standing out as separate elements.
- Several tracks incorporate unconventional song structures, eschewing traditional verse-chorus formats in favor of more fluid arrangements.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intimate late-night explorations
- immersive soundscapes for reflection
- dynamic remixes that surprise
- energetic tracks for dancing
- patient builds with emotional depth
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward, upbeat tunes
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2013, Cut 4 Me marked Kelela's debut project, establishing her as a significant voice in the alternative R&B scene. At this point, she was gaining attention for her innovative blend of genres and unique vocal style, following her contributions to the Fade to Mind collective.
- Stylistic neighbors
- FKA twigs· Janelle Monáe· SZA
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Guns & Synths 2:57
- 2 Enemy 4:17
- 3 Floor Show 4:38
- 4 Do It Again 3:00
- 5 Go All Night (Let Me Roll) 1:43
- 6 Bank Head (extended) 5:02
- 7 Cut 4 Me 3:53
- 8 Keep It Cool 4:10
- 9 Send Me Out 4:12
- 10 Go All Night 1:46
- 11 Something Else 4:07
- 12 A Lie 3:39
- 13 Cherry Coffee 5:59
Disc 2
- 1 Fade to Mind (interlude) 1:00
- 2 Keep It Cool (Jam City remix) 4:07
- 3 Enemy (Kingdom’s Destruction Before Paradise mix) 4:17
- 4 Send Me Out (Girl Unit remix) 5:04
- 5 Send Me Out (Nguzunguzu remix) 2:58
- 6 Keep It Cool (Rizzla remix) 4:24
- 7 Cherry Coffee (MikeQ’s Almighty mix) 4:34
- 8 Go All Night (Neana remix) 4:23
- 9 Go All Night (Massacooramaan remix) 4:06
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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