Kelis Was Here
Kelis · 2006
72 min · 18 tracks · soul · alternative hip-hop · neo soul
A bold fusion of hip-hop and R&B, layered with Kelis' distinctively fierce vocals and eclectic production.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions layered, dense sonic textures
- Context
- Released in 2006, 'Kelis Was Here' marks Kelis' fourth studio album and follows her commercially successful 'Tasty' from 2003. At this point in her career, she was transitioning towards a more mature sound while continuing to push the boundaries of genre, establishing herself as a unique voice in the music industry.
- If you like
- soul, alternative hip-hop, neo soul
Kelis Was Here is an album by Kelis, released in 2006. A bold fusion of hip-hop and R&B, layered with Kelis' distinctively fierce vocals and eclectic production. 'Kelis Was Here' debuted at number 10 on the Billboard 200, showcasing Kelis' commercial viability. The album features the hit single 'Bossy', which solidified her status in the mainstream and highlighted her influence on both hip-hop and R&B scenes. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Kelis Was Here sound like?
A bold fusion of hip-hop and R&B, layered with Kelis' distinctively fierce vocals and eclectic production. Rooted in soul and alternative hip-hop.
What makes Kelis Was Here by Kelis notable?
'Kelis Was Here' debuted at number 10 on the Billboard 200, showcasing Kelis' commercial viability. The album features the hit single 'Bossy', which solidified her status in the mainstream and highlighted her influence on both hip-hop and R&B scenes. Released in 2006, 'Kelis Was Here' marks Kelis' fourth studio album and follows her commercially successful 'Tasty' from 2003. At this point in her career, she was transitioning towards a more mature sound while continuing to push the boundaries of genre, establishing herself as a unique voice in the music industry.
Who is Kelis Was Here for?
Kelis Was Here works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and layered, dense sonic textures.
How many songs are on Kelis Was Here?
Kelis Was Here has 18 tracks, running approximately 72 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 1:27
- 2 Bossy Standout 4:34
- 3 What’s That Right There 4:17
- 4 Till the Wheels Fall Off 4:13
- 5 Living Proof Standout 3:41
- 6 Blindfold Me 3:48
- 7 Goodbyes 4:42
- 8 Trilogy 3:56
- 9 Circus 4:40
- 10 Weekend 4:42
- 11 Like You 3:00
- 12 Aww S***! 4:09
- 13 Lil Star Standout 4:55
- 14 I Don’t Think So 3:02
- 15 Handful 2:59
- 16 Appreciate Me 4:02
- 17 Have a Nice Day 6:33
- 18 Fuck Them Bitches 3:49
Release Date
January 1, 2006
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
72 min 40 sec
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