Released 10 years ago
More Issues Than Vogue
K. Michelle · 2016
53 min · 14 tracks · rhythm and blues
A blend of sultry R&B grooves and candid lyricism exploring love, heartbreak, and self-empowerment.
Top tracks — play these first
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Nightstand — This track features an infectious hook and highlights K. Michelle's storytelling ability as she navigates the complexities of casual relationships.
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If It Ain't Love — With its catchy melody and relatable lyrics about love's challenges, this song captures the essence of K. Michelle's emotional depth and vocal prowess.
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Rich (Featuring Trina & Yo Gotti) — This collaboration stands out with its confident lyrics and assertive delivery, showcasing themes of empowerment and success while blending hip-hop influences.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends engaging R&B grooves with personal storytelling, showcasing K. Michelle's vocal prowess.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks that maintain a consistent tempo, while the second half shifts to slower, more introspective songs.
- The production employs layered vocal harmonies and rich instrumentation, creating a lush soundscape that supports the lyrical themes.
- 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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6/10
- 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
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo empowerment vibes
- catchy hooks for sing-alongs
- raw honesty in every track
- for afternoon relaxation
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced instant gratification
- seek standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on March 25, 2016, More Issues Than Vogue is K. Michelle's third studio album, following her successful sophomore effort, Anybody Wanna Buy a Heart? This album further cements her position as a leading voice in contemporary R&B, showcasing her growth as both an artist and songwriter. At this point in her career, K. Michelle had established herself not only through music but also through her appearances on reality television, providing a platform to connect with fans.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jazmine Sullivan· Tinashe· SZA
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Mindful 1:56
- 2 Got Em Like 3:50
- 3 Ain't You 4:15
- 4 Not A Little Bit 3:29
- 5 If It Ain't Love 4:26
- 6 Make The Bed (Featuring Jason Derulo) 3:37
- 7 Nightstand 4:20
- 8 These Men 4:29
- 9 All I Got 3:51
- 10 Time 4:38
- 11 Rich (Featuring Trina & Yo Gotti) 4:05
- 12 Sleep Like A Baby 3:28
- 13 Memphis 3:04
- 14 Life I Chose 3:34
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