Next Lifetime
Erykah Badu · 1997
34 min · 5 tracks · soul · neo soul
A tapestry of soulful melodies woven with introspective lyrics and lush, organic instrumentation.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady exploration of themes introspective listening for reflection soulful melodies for relaxation
- Context
- In 1997, Erykah Badu was emerging as a defining voice of the neo-soul movement following her critically acclaimed debut album, 'Baduizm'. 'Next Lifetime' serves as a significant single that solidified her artistic identity and commercial appeal during this formative phase of her career.
- If you like
- soul, neo soul
Next Lifetime is a single by Erykah Badu, released in 1997. A tapestry of soulful melodies woven with introspective lyrics and lush, organic instrumentation. The single 'Next Lifetime' reached significant radio play and chart success, contributing to the growing popularity of neo-soul. It also showcased Badu's unique blend of jazz, funk, and soul, influencing a generation of artists and helping to shape the sound of late 90s R&B. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Next Lifetime sound like?
A tapestry of soulful melodies woven with introspective lyrics and lush, organic instrumentation. Rooted in soul and neo soul.
What makes Next Lifetime by Erykah Badu notable?
The single 'Next Lifetime' reached significant radio play and chart success, contributing to the growing popularity of neo-soul. It also showcased Badu's unique blend of jazz, funk, and soul, influencing a generation of artists and helping to shape the sound of late 90s R&B. In 1997, Erykah Badu was emerging as a defining voice of the neo-soul movement following her critically acclaimed debut album, 'Baduizm'. 'Next Lifetime' serves as a significant single that solidified her artistic identity and commercial appeal during this formative phase of her career.
Who is Next Lifetime for?
Next Lifetime works well if you're into steady exploration of themes, introspective listening for reflection and soulful melodies for relaxation.
How many songs are on Next Lifetime?
Next Lifetime has 5 tracks, running approximately 34 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Next Lifetime Standout 4:14
- 2 Next Lifetime (album version) Standout 6:30
- 3 Next Lifetime (Linslee remix) Standout 5:53
- 4 Next Lifetime (live version) 10:56
- 5 Next Lifetime (album instrumental) 6:30
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