Once Upon a Time
Tiwa Savage · 2013
78 min · 21 tracks · R&B · soul · pop rap
A vibrant blend of Afrobeats and R&B that showcases Tiwa Savage's powerful vocals and rich storytelling.
Once Upon a Time is an album by Tiwa Savage, released in 2013. A vibrant blend of Afrobeats and R&B that showcases Tiwa Savage's powerful vocals and rich storytelling. 'Once Upon a Time' was pivotal in popularizing Afrobeats globally, earning critical acclaim and commercial success. The album featured hit singles like 'Eminado,' which topped various charts and solidified Savage’s place as a leading artist in contemporary African music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Once Upon a Time sound like?
A vibrant blend of Afrobeats and R&B that showcases Tiwa Savage's powerful vocals and rich storytelling. Rooted in R&B and soul.
What makes Once Upon a Time by Tiwa Savage notable?
'Once Upon a Time' was pivotal in popularizing Afrobeats globally, earning critical acclaim and commercial success. The album featured hit singles like 'Eminado,' which topped various charts and solidified Savage’s place as a leading artist in contemporary African music. Upon its release in July 2013, 'Once Upon a Time' marked Tiwa Savage's debut studio album after her transition from songwriting to performing. The album came on the heels of her successful singles like 'Kele Kele Love,' establishing her as a prominent figure in the Nigerian music scene and paving the way for future releases.
How many songs are on Once Upon a Time?
Once Upon a Time has 21 tracks, running approximately 78 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Once Upon a Time 1:56
- 2 Wanted Standout 3:32
- 3 Ileke 4:02
- 4 Middle Passage 5:03
- 5 Olorun Mi 3:54
- 6 Why Don't You Love Me 3:58
- 7 Fela Interlude 1:25
- 8 Love Me, Love Me, Love Me Standout 3:41
- 9 Eminado Standout 3:52
- 10 Folarin 4:13
- 11 Oh Yeah 3:26
- 12 Shout out 3:52
- 13 Written All over Your Face 3:33
- 14 Get Low 3:48
- 15 Ife Wa Gbona 4:50
- 16 Eji Ma Fia 5:07
- 17 Baby Mo 3:36
- 18 Stand as One 4:30
- 19 Thank You 2:35
- 20 Without My Heart 3:55
- 21 Kele Kele 3:42
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