Kingdom Coming
Emeli Sandé · 2017
26 min · 6 tracks · contemporary R&B
A soulful blend of contemporary R&B infused with uplifting anthems and introspective ballads that explore love and resilience.
Top tracks — play these first
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Soon Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Love Not War — This track stands out for its powerful message promoting peace and solidarity, blending catchy melodies with a strong lyrical call to action.
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Higher — With its soaring chorus and empowering lyrics, this song encapsulates the album’s theme of striving for greatness despite adversity, showcasing Sandé's vocal range.
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Kingdom Coming — The title track serves as an anthem of hope and renewal, featuring dynamic instrumentation that elevates its message about overcoming struggles.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases strong songwriting and vocal performances, balancing anthems with introspective moments.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks build momentum with upbeat tempos, while the last three shift to a more introspective tone, creating a dynamic contrast.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- front-loaded energy bursts
- gradual build to resolution
- soulful melodies for reflection
- uplifting themes of resilience
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Marks a strong return after a hiatus, showcasing her evolution and solidifying her status.
- Themes
- message of peace· overcoming adversity· personal renewal
- Career context
- Released in early 2017, Kingdom Coming marked Emeli Sandé's return after a brief hiatus following her successful debut album, Our Version of Events. This EP showcases her evolution as an artist, reflecting her personal growth and commitment to creating music that resonates with her experiences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Adele· Lianne La Havas· Jessie Ware
Tracklist
- 1 Soon Start here 4:13
- 2 Love Not War 3:37
- 3 Higher 4:41
- 4 Deep 4:49
- 5 Starlight (acoustic) 3:47
- 6 Kingdom Coming 5:11
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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