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Folklore

Nelly Furtado · 2003

61 min · 14 tracks · contemporary R&B · folk · hip-hop

A fusion of folk, pop, and R&B that weaves personal storytelling with rich, melodic instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • introspective storytelling elements
  • gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Themes
personal struggle· cultural fusion
Career context
Released on November 25, 2003, 'Folklore' marked Nelly Furtado's artistic pivot following her commercial breakthrough with 'Whoa, Nelly!' in 2000. This album showcased her growth as a songwriter and featured a more introspective sound compared to her previous work. It solidified her reputation as an artist willing to explore diverse genres and themes.
Stylistic neighbors
Shakira· Janelle Monáe· Colbie Caillat

Tracklist

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

  • 1 One-Trick Pony 4:47
  • 2 Powerless (Say What You Want) 3:52
  • 3 Explode 3:44
  • 4 Try 4:39
  • 5 Fresh Off the Boat 3:16
  • 6 Forca 3:40
  • 7 The Grass Is Green 3:50
  • 8 Picture Perfect 5:16
  • 9 Saturdays 2:05
  • 10 Build You Up 4:58
  • 11 Island of Wonder 3:49
  • 12 Childhood Dreams 6:35
  • 13 Powerless (alternative acoustic mix) 3:48
  • 14 Try (acoustic version) 7:13

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