Alicia Keys – The Element of Freedom

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Artist: Alicia Keys

Title: The Element of Freedom

Year: 2009

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Tracklist

  • 1. The Element of Freedom (Intro) (0:12)
  • 2. Love Is Blind (3:49)
  • 3. Doesn't Mean Anything (4:32)
  • 4. Try Sleeping with a Broken Heart (4:09)
  • 5. Wait Til You See My Smile (4:00)
  • 6. That's How Strong My Love Is (4:04)
  • 7. Un-thinkable (I'm Ready) (4:09)
  • 8. Love Is My Disease (4:01)
  • 9. Like the Sea (4:13)
  • 10. Put It In a Love Song (feat. Beyoncé Knowles) (3:15)
  • 11. This Bed (3:45)
  • 12. Distance and Time (4:27)
  • 13. How It Feels to Fly (4:42)
  • 14. Empire State of Mind (Part II) Broken Down (3:36)

Review

Alicia Keys' fourth studio album, 'The Element of Freedom', dropped in December 2009, serving up a soulful feast that had fans and critics alike nodding their heads in approval. This joint ain't just about the music - it's a journey through the twists and turns of love, growth, and self-discovery. Keys flexes her vocal chops, laying down tracks that range from tear-jerking ballads to empowering anthems, all wrapped up in that signature Keys style.

The production on this record is tighter than your favorite pair of jeans. With heavy hitters like Kerry "Krucial" Brothers, Jeff Bhasker, Noah "40" Shebib, and Swizz Beatz behind the boards, the beats are as smooth as butter and perfectly tailored to Keys' powerhouse pipes. The album's sound is a delicious blend of contemporary R&B and soul, creating a vibe that's both fresh and timeless.

'Try Sleeping with a Broken Heart' is the standout banger on this album, with its '80s-inspired synths that'll have you feeling all kinds of nostalgic. This track climbed the charts faster than a squirrel up a tree, making waves in the US, Norway, and Denmark. Critics were all over this album like white on rice, praising its consistency and understated approach. Some even called it Keys' most cohesive work to date, free from the try-hard vibes that sometimes snuck into her earlier stuff. 'The Element of Freedom' proves that Alicia Keys isn't just a voice - she's a whole mood, and this album captures it perfectly. - Lena

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