What makes We Get By by Mavis Staples notable?

'We Get By' received critical acclaim for its poignant themes and heartfelt delivery, with Pitchfork praising it as a powerful statement on resilience. The album debuted at number 12 on the Billboard Blues chart, demonstrating Staples' continued relevance in contemporary music and resonating deeply within the cultural landscape surrounding issues of justice and community. Released in 2019, 'We Get By' is Mavis Staples' first album following her collaboration with Jeff Tweedy on 'If All I Was Was Black' in 2017. At this stage in her career, Staples was already a revered figure in soul music, having gained renewed acclaim through her recent projects. This album continues her exploration of social themes while showcasing her enduring vocal prowess.

Who is We Get By for?

We Get By works well if you're into steady uplifting emotional flow, resilient themes of hope and soulful moments for reflection.

How many songs are on We Get By?

We Get By has 11 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.

We Get By

Mavis Staples · 2019

36 min · 11 tracks · R&B · soul

A soulful blend of blues and gospel influences, Mavis Staples' rich vocals shine with resilience and hope.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady uplifting emotional flow
resilient themes of hope
soulful moments for reflection
short tracks for easy listening

Maybe skip if you want

seekers of high-energy beats
prefer complex sonic experimentation

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 2019, 'We Get By' is Mavis Staples' first album following her collaboration with Jeff Tweedy on 'If All I Was Was Black' in 2017. At this stage in her career, Staples was already a revered figure in soul music, having gained renewed acclaim through her recent projects. This album continues her exploration of social themes while showcasing her enduring vocal prowess.
Stylistic neighbors: Aretha Franklin· Tina Turner· Etta James