What makes Loving You Is Killing Me by Aloe Blacc notable?

'Loving You Is Killing Me' received significant attention on the dance charts, particularly with its remixes that brought Aloe Blacc's soulful sound to new audiences. The song's success contributed to Blacc's growing recognition as an artist who bridges traditional soul with modern electronic elements. Released in 2011, 'Loving You Is Killing Me' marks Aloe Blacc's emergence as a prominent figure in the soul and R&B genres following his breakthrough hit 'I Need a Dollar' in 2010. This single showcases his ability to fuse contemporary sounds with classic influences, solidifying his place in the modern music landscape.

How many songs are on Loving You Is Killing Me?

Loving You Is Killing Me has 2 tracks, running approximately 10 minutes.

Loving You Is Killing Me

Aloe Blacc · 2011

10 min · 2 tracks · jazz

A soulful blend of jazz-infused rhythms and emotive vocals that captures the complexity of love and heartache.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Loving You Is Killing Me (Numarek single mix) — The Numarek single mix highlights Aloe Blacc's powerful vocals against a backdrop of smooth instrumental arrangements, making it a quintessential representation of his style.
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Loving You Is Killing Me (Mano Le Tough remix) — This remix transforms the original into a dance floor anthem while preserving the emotional depth of the lyrics, showcasing the song's versatility across genres.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

45 /100

Lowland

Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The single effectively blends soulful vocals with jazz elements, though its remix nature limits cohesion.

What we noticed

The single features a prominent vocal performance that carries the emotional weight of the lyrics, supported by a lush instrumental backdrop.
The first track has a steady groove with jazz-inflected instrumentation, while the second remix introduces a more electronic dance feel.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

Influence 3/10

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.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This single marked Aloe Blacc's rise to prominence in soul and R&B after 'I Need a Dollar'.
Themes: heartbreak in LA· soulful nightclubs
Career context: Released in 2011, 'Loving You Is Killing Me' marks Aloe Blacc's emergence as a prominent figure in the soul and R&B genres following his breakthrough hit 'I Need a Dollar' in 2010. This single showcases his ability to fuse contemporary sounds with classic influences, solidifying his place in the modern music landscape.
Stylistic neighbors: Leon Bridges· John Legend· Anderson .Paak

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Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

Loving You Is Killing Me (Numarek single mix)

The bridge transitions into a raw expression of vulnerability, where the singer confronts the pain of love directly.

This lyrical shift emphasizes personal struggle by moving from metaphorical language to an unguarded admission of hurt.