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EP 2

Qveen Herby · 2017

16 min · 5 tracks

A vibrant blend of pop and R&B influences layered with confident, self-empowering lyrics and infectious melodies.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Wifey — This track stands out with its bold declaration of confidence and commitment, setting the tone for the EP's exploration of empowerment.
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    Bank — With a catchy chorus that emphasizes financial independence and self-sufficiency, this track encapsulates the modern themes of ambition and empowerment.
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    Love Myself — This anthem of self-acceptance resonates deeply, mixing upbeat production with lyrics that promote self-love and inner strength.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

51 /100
Foothills
Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

The EP effectively blends pop and R&B with empowering themes, though it remains somewhat conventional in its execution.

What we noticed

  • The first track opens with a strong bassline and layered synths, establishing a confident tone that persists throughout the EP.
  • Each song features a prominent hook, often repeated in the chorus, which reinforces the infectious quality of the melodies.
  • The lyrics across all tracks focus on themes of empowerment and self-love, creating a cohesive narrative thread.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
8/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. 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

  • confident self-empowerment anthems
  • steady mid-tempo groove flow
  • short bursts of uplifting energy
  • for upbeat gatherings

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer longer, immersive pieces
  • seek intense emotional depth

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2017, EP 2 marks Qveen Herby's first significant project following her departure from the duo Karmin. This EP showcases her evolution as a solo artist, allowing her to explore themes of independence and self-love in a new sonic landscape.
Stylistic neighbors
Tinashe· Kali Uchis· SZA

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Love Myself

    The song shifts from external validation to an emphatic declaration of self-worth.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Wifey 3:21
  • 2 Bank 3:34
  • 3 Holiday 3:08
  • 4 Well Dressed 3:24
  • 5 Love Myself 3:04

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