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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.

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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
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.
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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.

Here
Listen next

Here

2016

Continues the intimate storytelling with a modern twist on soulful sounds.
Girl on Fire
Go back to

Girl on Fire

2012

Leads into VH1 Storytellers with its strong themes and powerful vocal performances.
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