Roulette cover

Roulette

Blue · 2013

48 min · 13 tracks · popular music

A polished blend of R&B and pop melodies wrapped in heartfelt lyrics and emotive vocal performances.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo emotional flow
  • heartfelt lyrics for connection
  • for reflective evenings
  • engaging sing-along moments
  • consistent vibe throughout album

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer high-energy instant tracks
  • dislike polished mainstream sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in early 2013, 'Roulette' marked Blue's return after a four-year hiatus following their 2009 album, 'Roulette.' This album was pivotal as it showcased their evolution into a more mature sound while attempting to regain commercial success in the competitive UK pop landscape.
Stylistic neighbors
James Blake· Sampha· Sufjan Stevens

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Hurt Lovers 3:56
  • 2 Without You 3:27
  • 3 Break My Heart 4:06
  • 4 Ayo 3:52
  • 5 Risk It All 3:44
  • 6 Heart On My Sleeve 3:52
  • 7 We've Got Tonight 3:42
  • 8 Paradise 3:48
  • 9 Black Box 3:30
  • 10 Broken 3:59
  • 11 Break You Down 3:40
  • 12 All I Need 3:29
  • 13 Sing For Me 3:20

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