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On How Life Is

Macy Gray · 1999

48 min · 11 tracks · R&B · soul

A raw blend of soul and R&B that showcases Macy Gray's distinctive voice and poignant storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo groove throughout
  • poignant storytelling in every track
  • soulful reflections on relationships
  • late-night introspection with warmth

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of high-energy beats
  • prefer short, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on July 1, 1999, 'On How Life Is' was Macy Gray's debut album, introducing her unique sound to the world. At this point in her career, she was a relatively unknown artist but quickly gained acclaim for her unconventional approach to R&B and soul music.
Stylistic neighbors
Erykah Badu· Lauryn Hill· Amy Winehouse

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Why Didn’t You Call Me 3:12
  • 2 Do Something 4:59
  • 3 Caligula 4:38
  • 4 I Try 3:59
  • 5 Sex-O-Matic Venus Freak 3:57
  • 6 I Can’t Wait to Meetchu 5:19
  • 7 Still 4:15
  • 8 I’ve Committed Murder 5:00
  • 9 A Moment to Myself 4:01
  • 10 The Letter 5:38
  • 11 Rather Hazy 3:12

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