Departure
Taio Cruz · 2008
64 min · 17 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · dance-pop
A vibrant fusion of dance-pop and R&B that energizes with infectious hooks and catchy melodies.
Why this album works
'Departure' achieved significant commercial success, reaching number 1 on the UK Albums Chart and earning multiple platinum certifications. The album spawned several hit singles, particularly 'Break Your Heart,' which topped charts globally, highlighting Cruz's impact on the dance-pop genre during the late 2000s.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels infectious hooks and melodies mid-tempo flow for relaxation
- Context
- Released in 2008, 'Departure' marked Taio Cruz's second studio album, following his debut 'Departure' from 2006. At this point in his career, Cruz was solidifying his presence in the pop and R&B scenes, gaining traction with hits like 'She's Like a Star' and 'Come On Girl.' This album showcased his evolution as an artist embracing more mainstream sounds while maintaining his hip-hop roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Robbie Williams· Gorillaz· Ellie Goulding· Duran Duran· Kim Wilde· Blur· Radiohead· Pet Shop Boys
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 I’ll Never Love Again 3:48
- 2 I Just Wanna Know 3:58
- 3 I Can Be 3:45
- 4 I Don't Wanna Fall in Love Standout 3:22
- 5 So Cold 3:27
- 6 Fly Away 4:03
- 7 Driving Me Crazy 3:16
- 8 Moving On 3:51
- 9 Come On Girl Standout 3:33
- 10 Never Gonna Get Us 3:52
- 11 She’s Like a Star 3:38
- 12 Can’t Say Go 3:23
Disc 2
- 1 Come On Girl (Delinquent mix) 4:38
- 2 Fly Away (Delinquent mix) 3:58
- 3 I Can Be (Delinquent mix) 4:20
- 4 I Just Wanna Know (Delinquent mix) 3:12
- 5 I’ll Never Love Again (Delinquent mix) 4:35
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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