Released in 2017, Ctrl is SZA’s groundbreaking debut studio album, blending alternative R&B, neo-soul, and hip-hop influences into an intimate, emotionally raw exploration of love, self-worth, and personal growth. The album’s confessional songwriting and unique vocal style set SZA apart, earning widespread acclaim and cementing her as one of the most influential artists of her generation.
Lyrically, Ctrl delves into themes of insecurity, relationships, independence, and self-discovery, with standout tracks like "Love Galore," "The Weekend," and "Broken Clocks" becoming anthems of modern R&B. The album features collaborations with artists like Travis Scott and Kendrick Lamar, enhancing its dynamic and deeply personal storytelling.
With lush production, genre-blurring soundscapes, and SZA’s effortlessly expressive vocals, Ctrl is a deeply resonant album that continues to define contemporary R&B.
Tracklist
Side A:
Supermodel
Love Galore
Doves in the Wind
Drew Barrymore
Side B:
Prom
The Weekend
Go Gina
Garden (Say It Like Dat)
Side C:
Broken Clocks
Anything
Wavy (Interlude)
Side D:
Normal Girl
Pretty Little Birds
20 Something
Top Dawg Entertainment
2019
2LP
Clear
8985-44919-1
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