Red Moon in Venus
Kali Uchis · 2023
43 min · 15 tracks · contemporary R&B
A lush tapestry of contemporary R&B, blending ethereal melodies with intimate storytelling and rich, layered production.
Top tracks — play these first
-
→
I Wish you Roses — This track showcases Uchis' ability to blend heartfelt lyrics with a smooth melody, perfectly encapsulating the album's themes of love and longing.
-
→
Como te quiero yo — With its bilingual lyrics and infectious rhythm, this song reflects Uchis’ cultural roots while demonstrating her mastery of blending genres.
-
→
Endlessly — This track features haunting vocals paired with minimalist instrumentation, emphasizing vulnerability and showcasing Uchis' emotional range.
-
→
Deserve Me — Featuring an engaging collaboration with another artist, this track highlights Uchis’ prowess in crafting catchy hooks while addressing self-worth and empowerment.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends rich production with emotional storytelling, showcasing Uchis' unique voice in contemporary R&B.
What we noticed
- Tracks like 'I Wish you Roses' and 'Love Between...' utilize a slow tempo and minimalistic production to emphasize emotional delivery.
- The interlude 'Not Too Late' serves as a reflective pause in the middle of the album, creating a shift in mood before resuming with more upbeat tracks.
- Composition 25% of the score
-
7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
-
8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
-
6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
-
8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
-
7/10
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
- steady flow of lush textures
- dreamy explorations of self-love
- intimate moments for quiet reflection
- vibrant themes of love discovery
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy party tracks
- prefer standalone, punchy singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on March 3, 2023, 'Red Moon in Venus' is Kali Uchis' sophomore studio album, following her acclaimed debut 'Isolation' in 2018. At this point in her career, Uchis solidified her unique voice within the R&B genre while expanding her artistic scope with more personal themes and diverse musical influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jorja Smith· SZA· H.E.R.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
-
Moral Conscience
The narrative shifts from internal conflict to self-affirmation through vivid imagery of liberation and personal growth.
The transition underscores a pivotal moment of realization that reframes the entire narrative arc of the song, illustrating a journey from doubt to confidence.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 in My Garden… 0:25
- 2 I Wish you Roses 3:39
- 3 Worth the Wait 2:30
- 4 Love Between… 2:35
- 5 All Mine 3:29
- 6 Fantasy 2:58
- 7 Como te quiero yo 2:14
- 8 Hasta cuando 2:09
- 9 Endlessly 2:35
- 10 Moral Conscience 3:32
- 11 Not Too Late (interlude) 2:35
- 12 Blue 3:12
- 13 Deserve Me 4:25
- 14 Moonlight 3:07
- 15 Happy Now 3:49
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.