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Food

Kelis · 2014

50 min · 13 tracks · soul · alternative hip-hop · neo soul

A vibrant fusion of soul, R&B, and hip-hop, infused with culinary metaphors and personal introspection.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo groove throughout
  • culinary metaphors sparking introspection
  • for shared mealtime moments
  • satisfying exploration of personal themes

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced music
  • seek immediate gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2014, 'Food' is Kelis's sixth studio album, coming off a four-year hiatus since her previous work, 'Flesh Tone.' This album marks a shift towards a more organic sound, featuring live instrumentation and reflecting her evolving artistry as she explored themes of nourishment and self-discovery.
Stylistic neighbors
Erykah Badu· Janelle Monáe· Lauryn Hill

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Breakfast 4:20
  • 2 Jerk Ribs 4:12
  • 3 Forever Be 3:32
  • 4 Floyd 4:59
  • 5 Runnin’ 4:17
  • 6 Hooch 3:29
  • 7 Cobbler 3:19
  • 8 Bless the Telephone 2:31
  • 9 Friday Fish Fry 4:41
  • 10 Change 3:42
  • 11 Rumble 3:13
  • 12 Biscuits ’n’ Gravy 4:23
  • 13 Dreamer 3:27

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