As I Am
Alicia Keys · 2007
60 min · 15 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · soul
Alicia Keys blends soulful melodies with powerful lyrics, creating an intimate and empowering listening experience.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady flow with emotional peaks intimate moments of self-reflection empowering anthems for resilience
- Context
- Released on November 9, 2007, 'As I Am' is Alicia Keys' third studio album, following her critically acclaimed 'The Diary of Alicia Keys.' At this stage in her career, she was solidifying her status as a leading figure in contemporary R&B, building on previous successes while exploring deeper themes of identity and self-acceptance.
- If you like
- contemporary R&B, hip-hop, soul
- What next
- The Element of Freedom — Continues the soulful themes with a more expansive sound and deeper exploration.
As I Am is an album by Alicia Keys, released in 2007. Alicia Keys blends soulful melodies with powerful lyrics, creating an intimate and empowering listening experience. 'As I Am' debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and was certified double platinum by the RIAA. It earned Keys several Grammy nominations and won Best Female R&B Vocal Performance for 'No One,' showcasing her significant impact on the genre and mainstream music during this period. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does As I Am sound like?
Alicia Keys blends soulful melodies with powerful lyrics, creating an intimate and empowering listening experience. Rooted in contemporary R&B and hip-hop. Start with "Go Ahead".
Is As I Am a good place to start with Alicia Keys?
Yes, As I Am is recommended as a starting point for new Alicia Keys listeners. Alicia Keys blends soulful melodies with powerful lyrics, creating an intimate and empowering listening experience. Released on November 9, 2007, 'As I Am' is Alicia Keys' third studio album, following her critically acclaimed 'The Diary of Alicia Keys.' At this stage in her career, she was solidifying her status as a leading figure in contemporary R&B, building on previous successes while exploring deeper themes of identity and self-acceptance.
Who is As I Am for?
As I Am works well if you're into steady flow with emotional peaks, intimate moments of self-reflection and empowering anthems for resilience.
How many songs are on As I Am?
As I Am has 15 tracks, running approximately 60 minutes.
Tracklist
New here? Start with Go Ahead.
- 1 As I Am (intro) 1:52
- 2 Go Ahead Start here 4:35
- 3 Superwoman Standout 4:34
- 4 No One Standout 4:13
- 5 Like You'll Never See Me Again Standout 5:15
- 6 Lesson Learned 4:13
- 7 Wreckless Love 3:52
- 8 The Thing About Love 3:49
- 9 Teenage Love Affair 3:10
- 10 I Need You 5:09
- 11 Where Do We Go From Here 4:10
- 12 Prelude to a Kiss 2:07
- 13 Tell You Something (Nana's reprise) 4:28
- 14 Sure Looks Good to Me 4:57
- 15 Waiting for Your Love 3:48
Release Date
November 9, 2007
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
60 min 12 sec
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