Released 13 years ago this June
VH1 Storytellers
Alicia Keys · 2013
59 min · 11 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · soul
Alicia Keys weaves intimate storytelling with her powerful vocals across soulful arrangements and heartfelt piano melodies.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intimate storytelling through song
- steady pacing for reflective moments
- powerful vocals with emotional depth
- heartfelt melodies for personal connection
- soulful arrangements for deep listening
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer upbeat party tracks
- seek instant gratification in music
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Live performance that showcases her storytelling and vocal prowess, beloved by dedicated fans.
- Themes
- New York nostalgia· piano-driven storytelling· love and sacrifice
- Career context
- By 2013, Alicia Keys was an established artist with multiple Grammy Awards to her name. 'VH1 Storytellers' came after her 2012 album 'Girl on Fire', showcasing her ability to reinterpret her hits while sharing personal narratives behind each song.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Legend· H.E.R.· Anderson .Paak
- If this clicks, go next to
- Here — Continues the intimate storytelling with a modern twist on soulful sounds.
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Love in the Future by John Legend — Shares intimate storytelling and soulful piano-driven arrangements with heartfelt vocal delivery.H.E.R. by H.E.R. — Combines emotional depth and personal narratives with lush, soulful production and strong vocal performances.Blood by Lianne La Havas — Features a blend of personal storytelling and rich, soulful instrumentation with an introspective vibe.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "No One".
- 1 No One Start here 6:09
- 2 Brand New Me 4:49
- 3 You Don´t Know My Name 7:00
- 4 Empire State of Mind, Part II: Broken Down 4:18
- 5 Not Even the King 4:11
- 6 Fallin´ 4:44
- 7 If I Ain´t Got You 7:17
- 8 Girl on Fire 4:57
- 9 New Day 4:48
- 10 Try Sleeping With a Broken Heart 5:49
- 11 Un-Thinkable (I´m Ready) 5:40
What to play next
This album is considered a Fan Favorite in Alicia Keys's catalog. Live performance that showcases her storytelling and vocal prowess, beloved by dedicated fans.
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