![]() ![]() ![]() This project really hits inspirational heights closer to the end in II. Sometimes Gambino's vocals are just a passenger to the overpowering backing tracks - sounds that ironically come to the forefront on song such as II. Crawl, and instrumentals in Dial Up that effortlessly stroll into sweet melodies on I. ![]() Moments that really encapture the brilliance of Ludwig Goransson's involvement - the man who has collaborated with Glover on all three of his studio albums - include the fierce opening track I. The music video for hit single 3005 also gives rise to this idea. Songs flow into one another, even having its own screenplay there is the sense that Gambino wanted to create more of an art form. The album really reaches its peak with the hard-hitting Heartbeat and its dirty-but-contagious instrumental.īecause the Internet (2013), Glover's sophomore album, featured fewer bars, focusing more on the beautiful production. Glover's music has always been evolving his first release, Camp (2011) opens up with him rapping towards his audience over soulful tones, á la Kanye West on My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy(2010).Įach song on Camp is sonically different from the last, but with an overall braggadocious feel within the lines. " Let me into your heart!" screams Glover, whilst backing vocals are emphasising, guitar riffs cranking and the pounding drums - a cherry on top.įans of his previous work could be excused for asking 'is this the same Gambino that made 'Bonfire'. The tracks on “Awaken, My Love!” are 2017 anthem-worthy and are a prime example of artistic and creative music.Īnna Porretta can be reached at or on Twitter.In November, Donald Glover - known in the music world as Childish Gambino - unexpectedly released the lead single from his upcoming album Awaken, My Love!- 'Me and Your Mama'. Not only does “Awaken, My Love!” cater to rap fans, but it also features a wide range of old school soul, funk, R&B, psychedelic rock and psychedelic soul. Music critics and fellow peers of Gambino gave high praise for the album’s production, his excellent vocal range and the meaningful message behind the album title. The ones that taught him everything that he knows today. Throughout the album, he dedicates his purpose and motivation to his newborn son, his girlfriend and parents. Gambino later transitions into more personal stories of his relationships and family with tracks such as “Redbone” and “Baby Boy.” These songs delve into a side of Gambino that fans have never seen before. With tracks such as “Have Some Love” and “Boogieman,” Gambino expresses his deeply felt emotions and frustrations through powerful verses that suggest we come together and lend out a helping hand. “Awaken, My Love!” starts off by addressing the current divided state of the country and expressing pain resulting from social injustice and police brutality. This album stands out from Gambino’s two other previous works by adding a funky and soulful flavor that induces ’70s nostalgia. The body of work covers varying topics of love, relationships, injustice, family and life motivation. With 11 soul-infused tracks, Gambino has made a unique mark on the hip-hop and rap world. Critics and music lovers everywhere raving about his newly developed sound. The multi-talented rapper, comedian and actor Donald Glover, better known as Childish Gambino, released his third studio album, “Awaken, My Love!” last month.
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