Studio albums
| Year | Title | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1989 | Raw Like Sushi | Debut solo album; yielded the international hit “Buffalo Stance.” |
| 1995 | Man | Second full‑length studio album; featured singles such as “Woman” and “7 Seconds” (duet with Youssou N'Dour, originally on Youssou’s album). |
| 2014 | Blank Project | Fourth studio album, marking Cherry’s return after a 19‑year hiatus. |
| 2022 | Broken Politics | Fifth studio album; thematically focused on contemporary social issues. |
Collaborative albums
| Year | Title | Collaborators | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | The Cherry Thing | The Bad Plus (jazz trio) | A collection of reinterpretations of Cherry’s songs and covers, released on Nonesuch Records. |
Compilation albums
| Year | Title | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Homebrew | Compilation of B‑sides, outtakes, and remixes recorded between 1988–1992. |
| 2004 | The Very Best of Neneh Cherry | Retrospective greatest‑hits collection. |
Selected singles (chronological highlights)
- “Buffalo Stance” (1988) – breakthrough single; charted in the UK, US, and several European territories.
- “Manchild” (1989) – UK Top 30.
- “Kisses on the Wind” (1990) – UK Top 30.
- “Buddy X” (1990) – UK Top 20.
- “Love Can Save Us All” (1992) – promoted the Homebrew compilation.
- “Woman” (1995) – lead single from Man.
- “My Way” (2014) – lead single from Blank Project.
- “Wouldn’t Cry” (2015) – follow‑up single from Blank Project.
- “Dear John” (2022) – lead single from Broken Politics.
Other notable releases
- EPs and limited‑edition promos have been issued throughout Cherry’s career, often tied to specific album cycles or charitable projects.
- Guest appearances include vocal contributions on works by artists such as Björk, Massive Attack, and Gorillaz, though these are catalogued under the respective primary artists rather than Cherry’s own discography.
Summary
Neneh Cherry’s discography comprises five studio albums (including a 19‑year hiatus between her second and third), one collaborative album with the jazz trio The Bad Plus, two primary compilation releases, and a series of singles that have achieved chart success in multiple territories. Her body of work reflects a blend of hip‑hop, pop, and experimental influences, and her releases continue to receive critical attention for their lyrical engagement with social and political themes.
