Released 7 years ago this October
Lucid
Aṣa · 2019
47 min · 14 tracks · folk music
Aṣa's Lucid blends soulful melodies with sharp social commentary, weaving together pop, jazz, and Afrobeat influences.
Top tracks — play these first
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Murder In The USA — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its poignant critique of systemic violence and societal issues, showcasing Aṣa's fearless songwriting.
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Good Thing — With its infectious groove and uplifting message, this track highlights Aṣa's ability to blend social commentary with catchy melodies, making it a standout piece.
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Happy People — This song encapsulates the album's theme of resilience and joy amidst adversity, presenting a vibrant sound that invites listeners to reflect on positivity.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Aṣa's 'Lucid' blends diverse influences with sharp lyrics, creating a cohesive yet varied listening experience.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a strong narrative in 'Murder In The USA', setting a tone of social critique that persists throughout.
- Tracks like 'Good Thing' and 'Happy People' incorporate upbeat rhythms, while others like 'Torn' shift to more introspective melodies.
- Several songs feature layered vocal harmonies, enhancing the emotional weight of the lyrics and creating a rich soundscape.
- 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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7/10
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments
- poignant themes for deep thinking
- warm melodies for cozy evenings
- uplifting vibes for social gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer instant gratification songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Lucid is Aṣa's fourth studio album, released after a five-year hiatus following her previous album, Bed of Stone in 2014. This record marks a return to her roots, exploring themes of identity and society while continuing to develop her unique sound that fuses various genres.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nneka· Sampa the Great· yuna
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Murder In The USA 4:03
- 2 The Beginning 3:44
- 3 Good Thing 2:50
- 4 Stay Tonight 3:02
- 5 Torn 3:24
- 6 Happy People 3:37
- 7 You And Me 3:14
- 8 Femi Mo 3:27
- 9 Makes No Sense 3:33
- 10 365 3:19
- 11 Until We Try 3:19
- 12 9 Lives 2:59
- 13 Don´t Let Me Go 2:53
- 14 My Dear 3:56
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