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R.E.D.

Ne-Yo · 2012

51 min · 13 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · soul

A vibrant blend of contemporary R&B and dance-pop, layered with emotional vulnerability and catchy hooks.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo groove throughout
  • emotional vulnerability in every track
  • catchy sing-along moments abound
  • for relaxed gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer faster-paced listening
  • dislike emotional lyrical themes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on October 31, 2012, 'R.E.D.' is Ne-Yo's fifth studio album, following the commercial peak of 'Libra Scale' in 2010. At this point, he was navigating a transition in his sound, moving towards more dance-oriented rhythms while still maintaining his signature R&B sensibilities. This album also marked a return to songwriting prominence after several years focusing on production for other artists.
Stylistic neighbors
Usher· Chris Brown· T-Pain

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Cracks in Mr. Perfect 4:56
  • 2 Lazy Love 3:16
  • 3 Let Me Love You (Until You Learn to Love Yourself) 4:11
  • 4 Miss Right 3:49
  • 5 Jealous 4:07
  • 6 Don't Make Em Like You 4:09
  • 7 Be the One 3:47
  • 8 Stress Reliever 3:36
  • 9 She Is 3:26
  • 10 Carry On (Her Letter to Him) 3:57
  • 11 Forever Now 3:41
  • 12 Shut Me Down 3:41
  • 13 Unconditional 4:37

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