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Trav'lin' Light

Queen Latifah · 2007

51 min · 13 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · jazz

A lush blend of jazz and soul, infused with Queen Latifah's warm, expressive vocals.

Trav'lin' Light is an album by Queen Latifah, released in 2007. A lush blend of jazz and soul, infused with Queen Latifah's warm, expressive vocals. 'Trav'lin' Light' received critical acclaim and solidified Queen Latifah's status as a versatile artist capable of straddling genres, particularly jazz and R&B. The album was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Jazz Vocal Album, highlighting its impact within the music industry and the broader cultural appreciation for jazz reinterpretations. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Trav'lin' Light sound like?

A lush blend of jazz and soul, infused with Queen Latifah's warm, expressive vocals. Rooted in contemporary R&B and hip-hop.

What makes Trav'lin' Light by Queen Latifah notable?

'Trav'lin' Light' received critical acclaim and solidified Queen Latifah's status as a versatile artist capable of straddling genres, particularly jazz and R&B. The album was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Jazz Vocal Album, highlighting its impact within the music industry and the broader cultural appreciation for jazz reinterpretations. Released in 2007, 'Trav'lin' Light' represents Queen Latifah's artistic evolution as she transitioned from hip-hop into a celebrated jazz singer. This album followed her acclaimed work in film and music, showcasing her vocal talents after a successful career that began with her debut album in 1989.

How many songs are on Trav'lin' Light?

Trav'lin' Light has 13 tracks, running approximately 51 minutes.

Tracklist

13 tracks·51:41

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Poetry Man 4:40
  • 2 Georgia Rose Standout 3:43
  • 3 Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars 3:54
  • 4 Don’t Cry Baby 2:53
  • 5 I Love Being Here With You Standout 2:52
  • 6 I’m Gonna Live Till I Die 2:09
  • 7 Trav’lin’ Light 4:05
  • 8 I Want a Little Sugar in My Bowl 3:06
  • 9 I’m Not in Love 4:47
  • 10 What Love Has Joined Together 3:40
  • 11 How Long (Betcha Got a Chick on the Side) 5:41
  • 12 Gone Away 5:50
  • 13 I Know Where I’ve Been Standout 4:13

Release Date

January 1, 2007

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

51 min 41 sec