Honestly (Lalah Hathaway album)
Honestly is the eighth studio album by American singer Lalah Hathaway, released on May 3, 2017, by Hathaway Entertainment and eOne Music. The album features a blend of R&B, soul, and jazz influences, showcasing Hathaway's signature vocal style and musicianship.
Overview:
Honestly is considered a personal and introspective album for Hathaway. It explores themes of love, relationships, self-reflection, and social commentary. The album's production incorporates both live instrumentation and electronic elements, creating a rich and dynamic soundscape. Hathaway co-wrote and co-produced many of the tracks on the album.
Track Listing:
The album's tracklist typically includes (but may vary slightly depending on edition):
- Y O U
- Mirror
- I Can't Wait
- Is That All
- Little Ghetto Boy
- Won't Let You Down
- change ya mind
- Surrender
- dreamland
- Honestly
Reception:
Honestly received generally positive reviews from music critics. Many praised Hathaway's vocal performances, the album's diverse musical styles, and its lyrical depth. The album also garnered commercial success, reaching the top of the Billboard Top Jazz Albums chart. It earned a Grammy Award for Best R&B Album at the 60th Annual Grammy Awards in 2018.
Personnel:
The album features contributions from a variety of musicians, songwriters, and producers, including but not limited to Lalah Hathaway herself. Specific personnel credits can be found in the album's liner notes.