Charli, released in 2019, is Charli XCX’s third studio album and a landmark in her career, showcasing her at the forefront of hyperpop and experimental pop. Known for its bold production, futuristic soundscapes, and collaborative spirit, Charli combines sharp, glitchy beats with intimate, introspective lyrics, solidifying her as an innovator pushing the boundaries of pop music. The album is a celebration of self-acceptance, relationships, and personal growth, embracing both vulnerability and empowerment.
The tracklist includes standout collaborations like "1999" with Troye Sivan, which nostalgically nods to 90s pop culture with a fun, anthemic beat, and "Gone" with Christine and the Queens, a track that tackles isolation and anxiety over a pulsing, danceable beat. Other tracks, like "White Mercedes" and "Thoughts", reveal a more introspective side, delving into themes of love, identity, and self-reflection. Produced with longtime collaborators like A.G. Cook and SOPHIE, the album’s sound is both polished and raw, blending hyperpop’s experimental edge with emotional depth.
Charli was widely acclaimed for its ambition and authenticity, bringing together an array of styles and artists to create a cohesive, genre-blending project. It’s a powerful statement of creative freedom and a fan favorite for its honest exploration of love, mental health, and the complexities of fame.
Tracklist:
Side A:
A1. Next Level Charli
A2. Gone (Featuring Christine And The Queens)
A3. Cross You Out (Featuring Sky Ferreira)
A4. 1999 (Featuring Troye Sivan)
Side B:
B1. Click (Featuring Kim Petras, Tommy Cash)
B2. Warm (Featuring Haim)
B3. Thoughts
Side C:
C1. Blame It On Your Love (Featuring Lizzo)
C2. White Mercedes
C3. Silver Cross
C4. I Don't Wanna Know
Side D:
D1. Official
D2. Shake It (Featuring Big Freedia, Brooke Candy, CupcakKe, Pabllo Vittar)
D3. February 2017 (Featuring Clairo, Yaeji)
D4. 2099 (Featuring Troye Sivan)
Atlantic
2019
2LP
Clear
0190295409579
N/A