What makes Selfish Love by Jessie Ware notable?

The release of 'Selfish Love' marked a significant moment for Jessie Ware, as it solidified her presence in pop music's mainstream landscape. The track received positive reviews from major publications like Pitchfork and The Guardian, highlighting its catchy hooks and mature themes, contributing to Ware's recognition at the Brit Awards later that year. By the time 'Selfish Love' was released in January 2017, Jessie Ware was establishing herself as a prominent figure in the UK music scene following her critically acclaimed album 'Tough Love' from 2014. This single showcases her continued evolution as an artist, seamlessly merging her soulful roots with modern pop sensibilities.

How many songs are on Selfish Love?

Selfish Love has 1 track, running approximately 3 minutes.

Selfish Love

Jessie Ware · 2017

3 min · 1 track · electronic music

A sultry blend of disco-infused pop and contemporary R&B, laced with emotional depth and shimmering production.

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Selfish Love — This title track encapsulates the album's exploration of complicated relationships through its infectious beat and candid lyrics about love's selfishness.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

51 /100

Foothills

Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

The single showcases solid production and vocal performance but follows familiar structures in its genre.

What we noticed

The track features a steady four-on-the-floor beat with layered synths that create a lush, atmospheric backdrop.
Ware's vocals are delivered in a smooth, sultry style, often harmonizing with subtle backing vocals that enhance the emotional tone.
The song employs a repetitive structure, with verses leading into a chorus that emphasizes the hook without significant variation.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. 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.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Solidified her presence in mainstream pop after earlier acclaim.
Career context: By the time 'Selfish Love' was released in January 2017, Jessie Ware was establishing herself as a prominent figure in the UK music scene following her critically acclaimed album 'Tough Love' from 2014. This single showcases her continued evolution as an artist, seamlessly merging her soulful roots with modern pop sensibilities.
Stylistic neighbors: Sade· Lianne La Havas· Kali Uchis