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Embrya

Maxwell · 1998

59 min · 11 tracks · soul

A lush, sensual blend of neo-soul and R&B that invites introspection and emotional connection.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • atmospheric background focus
  • gradual builds and payoffs
  • introspective emotional exploration

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1998, 'Embrya' is Maxwell's third studio album, following his critically acclaimed breakthrough album 'Urban Hang Suite.' At this point in his career, he was solidifying his status as a leading figure in the neo-soul movement, blending traditional R&B with contemporary influences and personal themes.
Stylistic neighbors
Erykah Badu· Anthony Hamilton· John Legend

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Everwanting: To Want You to Want 7:32
  • 2 I'm You: You Are Me and We Are You (Pt Me & You) 6:33
  • 3 Luxury: Cococure 5:32
  • 4 Drowndeep: Hula 5:41
  • 5 Matrimony: Maybe You 4:38
  • 6 Arroz Con Pollo 2:56
  • 7 Know These Things: Shouldn't You 5:14
  • 8 Submerge: Til We Become the Sun 6:25
  • 9 Gravity: Pushing to Pull 6:12
  • 10 Eachhoureachsecondeachminuteeachday: Of My Life 5:52
  • 11 Embrya 3:02

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