Released 10 years ago
Here
Alicia Keys · 2016
46 min · 16 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · soul
Alicia Keys' 'Here' blends raw vulnerability with rich instrumentation, creating a deeply personal sonic landscape.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like emotional ebb and flow
- intimate moments of vulnerability
- thoughtful reflections on relationships
- cathartic interludes enhancing depth
- late-night -searching atmosphere
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking fast-paced instant gratification
- prefer standalone tracks over cohesion
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — The album is noted for its artistic depth and social commentary, reflecting a high point in her career.
- Themes
- modern family dynamics· societal critique· personal authenticity
- Career context
- By the time 'Here' was released in 2016, Alicia Keys was coming off her commercially successful album 'Girl on Fire' (2012) and had shifted towards a more introspective artistic approach. This project marked her return to a more authentic expression of self after experimenting with mainstream pop influences, showcasing her evolution as both an artist and a storyteller.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Legend· H.E.R.· Anderson .Paak
- If this clicks, go next to
- Alicia — Continues the personal themes with a fresh sound and evolved artistry.
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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The Electric Lady by Janelle Monáe — Combines soulful melodies with a narrative depth, focusing on self-discovery and empowerment.Coming Home by Leon Bridges — Merges soul influences with heartfelt storytelling, evoking a nostalgic yet modern vibe.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "The Gospel".
- 1 The Beginning (interlude) 1:04
- 2 The Gospel Start here 3:01
- 3 Pawn It All 3:10
- 4 Elaine Brown (interlude) 0:50
- 5 Kill Your Mama 2:40
- 6 She Don’t Really Care_1 Luv 6:07
- 7 Elevate (interlude) 0:48
- 8 Illusion of Bliss 5:23
- 9 Blended Family (What You Do for Love) 3:31
- 10 Work on It 3:34
- 11 Cocoa Butter (Cross & Pic interlude) 0:59
- 12 Girl Can’t Be Herself 2:39
- 13 You Glow (interlude) 0:25
- 14 More Than We Know 4:35
- 15 Where Do We Begin Now 2:47
- 16 Holy War 4:22
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This album is considered a Critical Peak in Alicia Keys's catalog. The album is noted for its artistic depth and social commentary, reflecting a high point in her career.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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