Essential go-go listening

The albums that define go-go.

Our picks for where to start with go-go — with a one-line read on why each one matters.

The go-go essentials

Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.

Ventriloquism

Meshell Ndegeocello

Ventriloquism

A soulful reimagining of classics, blending lush instrumentation with Ndegeocello's signature introspective vocals.

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Shake It Paradise

Toshinobu Kubota

Shake It Paradise

A vibrant fusion of J-pop, R&B, and reggae that radiates joy and danceable grooves.

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Such a Funky Thang!

Toshinobu Kubota

Such a Funky Thang!

A vibrant blend of funk, jazz, and R&B that invites listeners to groove and revel in its infectious rhythms.

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Cookie: The Anthropological Mixtape

Meshell Ndegeocello

Cookie: The Anthropological Mixtape

A genre-blurring exploration of identity, merging hip-hop rhythms with jazz and soul influences in a deeply personal narrative.

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Comfort Woman

Meshell Ndegeocello

Comfort Woman

A rich tapestry of soulful melodies and introspective lyrics woven through jazz-inflected grooves and urban rhythms.

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Devil's Halo

Meshell Ndegeocello

Devil's Halo

A vibrant fusion of funk, jazz, and soul that explores complex emotional landscapes with raw honesty.

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The Omnichord Real Book

Meshell Ndegeocello

The Omnichord Real Book

A vibrant tapestry of jazz, soul, and hip-hop, rich with textured grooves and reflective lyricism.

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Pour une Âme Souveraine: A Dedication to Nina Simone

Meshell Ndegeocello

Pour une Âme Souveraine: A Dedication to Nina Simone

A soulful homage blending jazz, funk, and blues that reinterprets Nina Simone's timeless classics with depth and emotion.

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The World Has Made Me the Man of My Dreams

Meshell Ndegeocello

The World Has Made Me the Man of My Dreams

A genre-blurring concoction of soul, jazz, and hip-hop that invites introspection and celebration alike.

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Plantation Lullabies

Meshell Ndegeocello

Plantation Lullabies

A fusion of funk, soul, and jazz laced with introspective lyrics and a laid-back groove.

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The Spirit Music Jamia: Dance of the Infidel

Meshell Ndegeocello

The Spirit Music Jamia: Dance of the Infidel

A soulful exploration of spirituality blending jazz, hip-hop, and African rhythms with introspective lyrics.

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No More Water: The Gospel of James Baldwin

Meshell Ndegeocello

No More Water: The Gospel of James Baldwin

A soulful exploration of identity and resistance, weaving gospel, jazz, and hip-hop influences with poignant lyrical depth.

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Bitter

Meshell Ndegeocello

Bitter

Soulful grooves intertwine with introspective lyrics, reflecting a deep emotional landscape of love and loss.

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Weather

Meshell Ndegeocello

Weather

A fluid blend of jazz, soul, and hip-hop infused with introspective and evocative lyricism.

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Peace Beyond Passion

Meshell Ndegeocello

Peace Beyond Passion

A genre-blurring exploration of identity and spirituality wrapped in lush grooves and soulful melodies.

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Comet, Come to Me

Meshell Ndegeocello

Comet, Come to Me

A rich tapestry of jazz, soul, and introspective lyrics woven into a sonic exploration of relationships and self-discovery.

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The Baddest II

Toshinobu Kubota

The Baddest II

A vibrant fusion of J-pop and R&B, blending soulful melodies with infectious dance grooves.

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La La La Love Thang

Toshinobu Kubota

La La La Love Thang

A vibrant mix of R&B, pop, and reggae infused with catchy hooks and smooth grooves.

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Time to Share

Toshinobu Kubota

Time to Share

A vibrant blend of R&B, reggae, and pop that showcases Kubota's smooth vocal delivery and rich musical arrangements.

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The Baddest III

Toshinobu Kubota

The Baddest III

A vibrant fusion of J-pop, R&B, and reggae that radiates warmth and danceable grooves.

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Kubojah: Parallel World I

Toshinobu Kubota

Kubojah: Parallel World I

A vibrant fusion of reggae rhythms and J-pop melodies that transcends cultural boundaries.

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Bonga Wanga

Toshinobu Kubota

Bonga Wanga

A vibrant fusion of J-pop, reggae, and neo-soul that radiates infectious joy and rhythmic exploration.

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Neptune

Toshinobu Kubota

Neptune

A vibrant fusion of J-pop, reggae, and neo-soul that radiates warmth and energy.

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The Baddest: Hit Parade

Toshinobu Kubota

The Baddest: Hit Parade

A vibrant fusion of J-pop and R&B, layered with infectious grooves and heartfelt melodies.

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