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Long Live the Angels

Emeli Sandé · 2016

62 min · 18 tracks · contemporary R&B · soul

A soulful blend of contemporary R&B and introspective lyrics, enveloped in lush production and emotive melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for reflective moments
  • introspective lyrics for personal growth
  • lush production for emotional depth
  • consistent flow through the album
  • soulful melodies for heartfelt connection

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer high-energy quick tracks
  • seek standalone singles experience

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2016, 'Long Live the Angels' is Emeli Sandé's second studio album, following her successful debut 'Our Version of Events' from 2012. At this point in her career, Sandé was transitioning from mainstream acclaim to exploring more personal themes in her music, marking a significant evolution in her artistry.
Stylistic neighbors
Adele· Lianne La Havas· Jessie Ware

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Selah 2:30
  • 2 Breathing Underwater 4:22
  • 3 Happen 3:35
  • 4 Hurts 3:58
  • 5 Give Me Something 3:52
  • 6 Right Now 2:14
  • 7 Shakes 2:49
  • 8 Garden 4:02
  • 9 I’d Rather Not 3:49
  • 10 Lonely 3:33
  • 11 Sweet Architect 3:19
  • 12 Tenderly 3:22
  • 13 Every Single Little Piece 4:03
  • 14 Highs & Lows 3:14
  • 15 Babe 3:15
  • 16 Kung Fu 3:57
  • 17 Somebody 2:43
  • 18 This Much Is True 3:32

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