New Amerykah Part Two
Erykah Badu · 2010
50 min · 11 tracks · soul · neo soul
A lush tapestry of soulful melodies intertwined with introspective lyrics reflecting personal and societal themes.
Why this album works
- Best for
- introspective reflection on life dynamic journey with emotional peaks soulful melodies for deep listening
- Context
- By the time Erykah Badu released 'New Amerykah Part Two' in 2010, she was already an established figure in neo-soul, following her critically acclaimed albums 'Baduizm' and 'Mama's Gun.' This album served as a follow-up to 'New Amerykah Part One' (2008), showcasing her continued evolution as an artist and her commitment to blending personal narratives with broader social commentary.
- If you like
- soul, neo soul
New Amerykah Part Two is an album by Erykah Badu, released in 2010. A lush tapestry of soulful melodies intertwined with introspective lyrics reflecting personal and societal themes. 'New Amerykah Part Two' received widespread critical acclaim, debuting at number four on the Billboard 200 and earning a Grammy nomination for Best R&B Album. Its exploration of themes such as identity and empowerment resonated deeply within the contemporary music landscape, influencing a new generation of artists in the soul and R&B genres. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does New Amerykah Part Two sound like?
A lush tapestry of soulful melodies intertwined with introspective lyrics reflecting personal and societal themes. Rooted in soul and neo soul.
What makes New Amerykah Part Two by Erykah Badu notable?
'New Amerykah Part Two' received widespread critical acclaim, debuting at number four on the Billboard 200 and earning a Grammy nomination for Best R&B Album. Its exploration of themes such as identity and empowerment resonated deeply within the contemporary music landscape, influencing a new generation of artists in the soul and R&B genres. By the time Erykah Badu released 'New Amerykah Part Two' in 2010, she was already an established figure in neo-soul, following her critically acclaimed albums 'Baduizm' and 'Mama's Gun.' This album served as a follow-up to 'New Amerykah Part One' (2008), showcasing her continued evolution as an artist and her commitment to blending personal narratives with broader social commentary.
Who is New Amerykah Part Two for?
New Amerykah Part Two works well if you're into introspective reflection on life, dynamic journey with emotional peaks and soulful melodies for deep listening.
How many songs are on New Amerykah Part Two?
New Amerykah Part Two has 11 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 20 Feet Tall 3:24
- 2 Window Seat Standout 4:49
- 3 Agitation 1:33
- 4 Turn Me Away (Get Munny) Standout 5:26
- 5 Gone Baby, Don't Be Long Standout 4:39
- 6 Umm Hmm 3:46
- 7 Love 6:01
- 8 You Loving Me (Session) 1:04
- 9 Fall in Love (Your Funeral) 6:06
- 10 Incense 3:28
- 11 Out My Mind, Just in Time 10:21
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