Live
Erykah Badu · 1997
74 min · 14 tracks · soul · neo soul
A vibrant fusion of live instrumentation, soulful melodies, and Badu's captivating voice that transcends the traditional concert experience.
Why this album works
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with dynamic shifts captivating live performance energy immersive soulful listening experience
- Context
- Released in 1997, 'Live' captures Erykah Badu at a pivotal moment as her debut album 'Baduizm' had just garnered significant acclaim. Following the success of her first studio effort, this live album showcases her ability to connect with audiences and solidifies her presence in the neo-soul movement.
- If you like
- soul, neo soul
Live is an album by Erykah Badu, released in 1997. A vibrant fusion of live instrumentation, soulful melodies, and Badu's captivating voice that transcends the traditional concert experience. 'Live' received critical acclaim and peaked at number two on the Billboard R&B Albums chart, further establishing Badu as a leading figure in neo-soul. The album's unique blend of live performances and studio tracks influenced countless artists in the genre and contributed to the rising popularity of live soul music during the late 1990s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Live sound like?
A vibrant fusion of live instrumentation, soulful melodies, and Badu's captivating voice that transcends the traditional concert experience. Rooted in soul and neo soul.
What makes Live by Erykah Badu notable?
'Live' received critical acclaim and peaked at number two on the Billboard R&B Albums chart, further establishing Badu as a leading figure in neo-soul. The album's unique blend of live performances and studio tracks influenced countless artists in the genre and contributed to the rising popularity of live soul music during the late 1990s. Released in 1997, 'Live' captures Erykah Badu at a pivotal moment as her debut album 'Baduizm' had just garnered significant acclaim. Following the success of her first studio effort, this live album showcases her ability to connect with audiences and solidifies her presence in the neo-soul movement.
Who is Live for?
Live works well if you're into wave-like pacing with dynamic shifts, captivating live performance energy and immersive soulful listening experience.
How many songs are on Live?
Live has 14 tracks, running approximately 74 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Rimshot (intro) 3:50
- 2 Other Side of the Game 8:21
- 3 On & On Standout 5:30
- 4 Reprise 2:15
- 5 Apple Tree 4:04
- 6 Ye Yo 4:59
- 7 Searching 4:18
- 8 Boogie Nights / All Night 6:28
- 9 Certainly 6:58
- 10 Stay 4:50
- 11 Next Lifetime (interlude) 1:30
- 12 Tyrone Standout 3:41
- 13 Next Lifetime Standout 12:07
- 14 Tyrone (extended version) 5:43
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