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To Feel Alive

Kali Uchis · 2020

10 min · 4 tracks · contemporary R&B

A vibrant blend of contemporary R&B with playful lyrics and lush melodies that evoke a sense of youthful exuberance.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    honey baby (SPOILED!) — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its upbeat tempo and playful exploration of love, highlighting Uchis' signature blend of vulnerability and confidence.
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    i want war (BUT I NEED PEACE) — The standout single captures a dichotomy of emotions through its infectious melody and poignant lyrics, revealing Uchis' inner conflicts with striking clarity.
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    TO FEEL ALIVE — As the title track, it encapsulates the album's essence by celebrating joy and self-discovery, showcasing Uchis' vocal range and emotional depth.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

61 /100
Treeline
Higher than 71% of albums we've rated

The EP showcases strong melodies and vibrant production, solidifying Uchis' unique style within contemporary R&B.

What we noticed

  • The first track opens with a bright, syncopated rhythm that sets a playful tone, which is maintained through the EP.
  • Each song features layered vocal harmonies that create a lush soundscape, particularly in 'i want war (BUT I NEED PEACE)'.
  • The final track, 'TO FEEL ALIVE', incorporates a gradual build-up of instrumentation, culminating in an energetic climax.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 honey baby (SPOILED!) 2:04
  • 2 angel 2:23
  • 3 i want war (BUT I NEED PEACE) 2:39
  • 4 TO FEEL ALIVE 2:57

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