Good Things
Aloe Blacc · 2010
47 min · 13 tracks · jazz · R&B · soul
Aloe Blacc's soulful delivery intertwines with jazzy instrumentation and poignant lyrical storytelling throughout this reflective album.
Why this album works
- Best for
- reflective moments of self-discovery steady grooves for relaxed listening uplifting themes of resilience
- Context
- Released in 2010, 'Good Things' marked Aloe Blacc's major label debut following the success of his previous independent work. This album came after his breakthrough single 'I Need a Dollar,' which helped establish him as a prominent voice in contemporary soul and R&B, setting the stage for future commercial success.
- If you like
- jazz, R&B, soul
Good Things is an album by Aloe Blacc, released in 2010. Aloe Blacc's soulful delivery intertwines with jazzy instrumentation and poignant lyrical storytelling throughout this reflective album. 'Good Things' received critical acclaim, peaking at number 2 on the UK Albums Chart and solidifying Aloe Blacc's place in the modern soul revival. The lead single 'I Need a Dollar' became an anthem for resilience during economic hardship, further connecting with listeners and earning placements in various media outlets. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Good Things sound like?
Aloe Blacc's soulful delivery intertwines with jazzy instrumentation and poignant lyrical storytelling throughout this reflective album. Rooted in jazz and R&B.
What makes Good Things by Aloe Blacc notable?
'Good Things' received critical acclaim, peaking at number 2 on the UK Albums Chart and solidifying Aloe Blacc's place in the modern soul revival. The lead single 'I Need a Dollar' became an anthem for resilience during economic hardship, further connecting with listeners and earning placements in various media outlets. Released in 2010, 'Good Things' marked Aloe Blacc's major label debut following the success of his previous independent work. This album came after his breakthrough single 'I Need a Dollar,' which helped establish him as a prominent voice in contemporary soul and R&B, setting the stage for future commercial success.
Who is Good Things for?
Good Things works well if you're into reflective moments of self-discovery, steady grooves for relaxed listening and uplifting themes of resilience.
How many songs are on Good Things?
Good Things has 13 tracks, running approximately 47 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Need a Dollar Standout 4:04
- 2 Green Lights Standout 2:55
- 3 Hey Brother 2:37
- 4 Miss Fortune 4:19
- 5 Life So Hard 4:11
- 6 Take Me Back 3:43
- 7 Femme Fatale 3:52
- 8 Loving You Is Killing Me 3:24
- 9 Good Things 4:02
- 10 You Make Me Smile 3:25
- 11 If I 4:07
- 12 Mama Hold My Hand Standout 5:08
- 13 Politician (reprise) 1:38
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