Ruby cover

Ruby

Macy Gray · 2018

43 min · 12 tracks · R&B · soul

A blend of soulful melodies and introspective lyrics that explore love, identity, and societal issues.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective moments
  • introspective themes of love
  • soulful melodies for contemplation
  • consistent flow for focused listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of high-energy tracks
  • prefer standalone singles approach

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2018, 'Ruby' is Macy Gray's sixth studio album and marked her return after a five-year hiatus since 2013's 'The Way.' At this point, she was revisiting her roots in rhythm and blues while continuing to evolve as an artist, showcasing a reflective maturity in her songwriting.
Stylistic neighbors
Erykah Badu· Lauryn Hill· Amy Winehouse

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Buddha 4:11
  • 2 Cold World 3:06
  • 3 Over You 3:46
  • 4 White Man 3:13
  • 5 Tell Me 3:30
  • 6 Sugar Daddy 3:38
  • 7 When It Ends 4:32
  • 8 Just Like Jenny 2:58
  • 9 Jealousy 3:49
  • 10 Shenanigans 2:42
  • 11 But He Loves Me 3:41
  • 12 Witness 4:16

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