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Nigor Mortis

Sananda Maitreya · 2009

75 min · 23 tracks · contemporary R&B · soul

A fusion of soulful melodies and introspective lyrics, steeped in R&B traditions yet uniquely modern.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • introspective lyrics for reflection
  • soulful melodies for emotional depth
  • ideal for late-night listening
  • engaging narrative across tracks

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification
  • seek high-energy party vibes

Where this album fits

Career context
By the release of 'Nigor Mortis' in 2009, Sananda Maitreya had established a distinctive sound that diverged from his earlier work as Terence Trent D'Arby. This album came after a significant hiatus and marked his first release since 2001's 'Wildcard!', showcasing his evolution as an artist during a period of personal transformation and artistic exploration.
Stylistic neighbors
Maxwell· Erykah Badu· Anderson .Paak

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 O Lovely Gwenita 3:21
  • 2 This Town 3:37
  • 3 With a Girl Like You 3:43
  • 4 I Never Knew How Much 3:38
  • 5 At the Crossroads 5:35
  • 6 A Wife Knows 3:26
  • 7 These Stones 2:50
  • 8 If I Just Stay With You 3:40
  • 9 Has It Been Too Quiet? 3:27
  • 10 Free Me 3:20
  • 11 I Don't Give a Fuck About You 2:56
  • 12 Mrs. Gupta 4:18
  • 13 Ooh Carolina 3:02
  • 14 Family Reunion 1:55
  • 15 Where Did the Money Go? 1:50
  • 16 Because You've Changed 3:19
  • 17 Superstar 3:02
  • 18 December in the Rain 3:05
  • 19 Angel (Not a Saint) 3:00
  • 20 What Would You Like 3:43
  • 21 Cowboys & Injuries 2:02
  • 22 Priscilla 2:27
  • 23 The Lost Highway 3:48

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