What makes Everything Is Love by The Carters notable?

'Everything Is Love' debuted at number two on the Billboard 200 and received positive reviews for its thematic depth and production. The album's lead single 'APESHIT' sparked discussions about race and identity, particularly due to its music video filmed at the Louvre in Paris. Its release also coincided with a cultural moment that celebrated Black excellence in art and music. Released on June 16, 2018, 'Everything Is Love' is The Carters' first collaborative album, following their individual successes. At this point in their careers, Beyoncé had solidified her status as a cultural icon with multiple Grammy awards, while Jay-Z was coming off a critically acclaimed solo album, '4:44'. This project marked a new chapter in their artistic partnership, merging their personal and artistic narratives.

Who is Everything Is Love for?

Everything Is Love works well if you're into steady exploration of love themes, intimate reflections on relationships and uplifting tracks for celebration.

How many songs are on Everything Is Love?

Everything Is Love has 9 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.

Released 8 years ago this June

Everything Is Love

The Carters · 2018

38 min · 9 tracks · hip-hop

A seamless blend of hip-hop bravado and intimate reflections on love and fame.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady exploration of love themes
intimate reflections on relationships
uplifting tracks for celebration
consistent flow with resolution

Maybe skip if you want

prefer standalone hit singles
seek high-energy urgency

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on June 16, 2018, 'Everything Is Love' is The Carters' first collaborative album, following their individual successes. At this point in their careers, Beyoncé had solidified her status as a cultural icon with multiple Grammy awards, while Jay-Z was coming off a critically acclaimed solo album, '4:44'. This project marked a new chapter in their artistic partnership, merging their personal and artistic narratives.
Stylistic neighbors: Lil Wayne· B.G.· 2 Chainz

Tracklist

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

1 SUMMER 4:45
2 APESHIT 4:26
3 BOSS 4:05
4 NICE 3:53
5 713 3:13
6 FRIENDS 5:45
7 HEARD ABOUT US 3:10
8 BLACK EFFECT 5:15
9 LOVEHAPPY 3:49

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