Nicht von dieser Welt
Xavier Naidoo · 1998
68 min · 15 tracks · soul
Soulful melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a rich tapestry of emotion and cultural reflection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Ernten was man sät — The track encapsulates the album's overarching theme of accountability and consequence through its emotive vocal delivery and poignant lyrics.
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Nicht von dieser Welt — This song serves as the album's title track and features a haunting melody that perfectly complements its exploration of existential themes.
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Führ mich ans Licht — With its compelling arrangement and heartfelt plea for guidance, this track highlights Naidoo's ability to blend personal vulnerability with universal longing.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends soulful melodies with introspective lyrics, establishing a unique sound in the German music scene.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features a consistent mid-tempo groove, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and arrangements.
- Several tracks incorporate layered vocal harmonies, with Naidoo's lead vocals often supported by backing singers.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- introspective lyrics for reflection
- dynamic journey through emotions
- soulful melodies inviting connection
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek standalone hits only
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1998, Nicht von dieser Welt was Xavier Naidoo's debut album, marking his entrance into the German music scene. At this point, he was largely unknown but soon gained recognition as a powerful vocalist with a unique sound that blended soul and pop influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Max Herre· Samy Deluxe· Joy Denalane
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Könnt ihr mich hören?
A moment shifts from introspection to direct questioning of the audience's presence and understanding.
This transition emphasizes a desire for connection that starkly contrasts with the earlier introspective tone, creating a powerful communal feel.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Seid ihr mit mir? 4:09
- 2 20.000 Meilen 3:34
- 3 Ernten was man sät 4:49
- 4 Führ mich ans Licht 4:35
- 5 Könnt ihr mich hören? 6:28
- 6 Nicht von dieser Welt 4:22
- 7 Freisein (Nachtschicht am Meer) 5:21
- 8 Gute Aussichten 4:15
- 9 Flugzeuge im Bauch 3:47
- 10 Ich kann dich sehen 4:26
- 11 Mich belogen 5:24
- 12 This Is Not America 3:40
- 13 Eigentlich gut 4:13
- 14 Sag es laut 2:48
- 15 20.000 Meilen (SNA club mix) 6:29
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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