My 21st Century Blues
Raye · 2023
46 min · 15 tracks · contemporary R&B
A raw and introspective exploration of modern life, blending contemporary R&B with deeply personal storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- introspective storytelling journeys
- raw emotional exploration
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Raye released 'My 21st Century Blues' as her debut studio album after years of being featured on tracks by other artists. This marked a significant transition from her earlier career as a songwriter for prominent acts to establishing her own identity in the music industry. The release came after a notable struggle for artistic control, culminating in this deeply personal project.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jorja Smith· Brent Faiyaz· Tinashe
- If this clicks, go next to
- This Music May Contain Hope. — Continues the introspective themes with a fresh perspective on modern experiences.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Introduction. 0:57
- 2 Oscar Winning Tears. 3:03
- 3 Hard Out Here. 3:10
- 4 Black Mascara. 3:59
- 5 Escapism. 4:32
- 6 Mary Jane. 3:52
- 7 The Thrill Is Gone. 3:19
- 8 Ice Cream Man. 4:08
- 9 Flip a Switch. 3:21
- 10 Body Dysmorphia. 2:33
- 11 Environmental Anxiety. 3:14
- 12 Five Star Hotels. 3:24
- 13 Worth It. 4:06
- 14 Buss It Down. 2:37
- 15 Fin. 0:31
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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