Kiwanuka cover

Kiwanuka

Michael Kiwanuka · 2019

51 min · 13 tracks · folk rock · pop rock · R&B

A rich tapestry of soulful melodies interwoven with poignant lyrics that reflect personal and societal struggles.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • soulful melodies for reflective moments
  • wave-like pacing for deep listening
  • personal and societal introspection

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek standalone upbeat singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released as Michael Kiwanuka's third studio album, 'Kiwanuka' followed his critically acclaimed sophomore effort, 'Love & Hate.' At this point in his career, Kiwanuka was solidifying his reputation as a distinctive voice in contemporary soul, building on the momentum of previous successes while exploring deeper themes of identity and belonging.
Stylistic neighbors
Leon Bridges· Ben Howard· Hozier

Tracklist

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

  • 1 You Ain’t the Problem 4:10
  • 2 Rolling 2:51
  • 3 I’ve Been Dazed 4:25
  • 4 Piano Joint (This Kind of Love) (intro) 2:18
  • 5 Piano Joint (This Kind of Love) 3:51
  • 6 Another Human Being (interlude) 1:51
  • 7 Living in Denial 3:31
  • 8 Hero 4:39
  • 9 Hard to Say Goodbye 7:05
  • 10 Final Days 4:10
  • 11 Interlude (Loving the People) 2:42
  • 12 Solid Ground 3:53
  • 13 Light 5:50

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