Crash is the fourth studio album by American singer-songwriter Kehlani. It was released through Atlantic Records on June 21, 2024. The album features guest appearances from Jill Scott, Young Miko, and Omah Lay. Production was handled by Dixson, Mamii, Khris Riddick, Alex Goldblatt, Oak Felder, Jack Rochon, Aidan, Aaron Paris, Ant Clemons, Darhyl Camper, GuiltyBeatz, and Etienne. Serving as the follow-up to Kehlani's previous album, Blue Water Road (2022), Crash was supported by two singles: "After Hours" and "Next 2 U".
Crash | ||||
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Studio album by | ||||
Released | June 21, 2024 | |||
Genre | R&B[1] | |||
Length | 42:59 | |||
Label | Atlantic | |||
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Kehlani chronology | ||||
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Singles from Crash | ||||
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Review scores | |
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Source | Rating |
The Arts Desk | [1] |
Singles and promotion
The lead single of the album, "After Hours", was released on April 4, 2024.[2] On May 15, 2024, Kehlani announced the album, along with its cover art and release date.[3] The second single, "Next 2 U", was released on May 31, 2024.[4] On June 14, 2024, Kehlani revealed the tracklist of the album.[5]
Track listing
No. | Title | Writer(s) | Producer(s) | Length |
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1. | "GrooveTheory" |
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| 4:07 |
2. | "Next 2 U" |
| Dixson | 2:41 |
3. | "After Hours" |
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| 3:22 |
4. | "What I Want" |
| Oak | 3:47 |
5. | "Crash" |
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| 2:36 |
6. | "8" |
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| 2:30 |
7. | "Sucia" (featuring Jill Scott and Young Miko) |
| Camper | 4:22 |
8. | "Better Not" |
| Oak | 2:44 |
9. | "Tears" (featuring Omah Lay) |
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| 3:33 |
10. | "Vegas" |
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| 3:46 |
11. | "Deep" |
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| 2:48 |
12. | "Chapel" |
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| 3:57 |
13. | "Lose My Wife" |
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| 2:46 |
Total length: | 42:59 |
Notes
- ^[a] signifies an additional producer
Personnel
- Kehlani – vocals
- Colin Leonard – mastering
- Jaycen Joshua – mixing
- Mike Seaberg – mix engineering
- Chris Bhikoo – mixing assistance
- Jacob Richards – mixing assistance
- Jonathan Lopez Garcia – engineering assistance (tracks 3, 9, 10, 11)
- Patrick Gardner – engineering assistance (tracks 5, 7, 9–12)
- Danforth Webster – engineering assistance (track 9)
- Terena Dawn – engineering assistance (tracks 9–11)
- Hayden Duncan – engineering assistance (tracks 10, 11)
- Aaron Paris – violin (track 5)
- Dixson – drums (tracks 11, 13)
- Mamii – background vocals (track 12)
References
- ^ a b Muggs, Joe (June 17, 2024). "Album: Kehlani – Crash". The Arts Desk. Retrieved June 19, 2024.
- ^ Saponara, Michael (April 4, 2024). "Kehlani Makes Magic on the Dance Floor for Vibrant 'After Hours' Single: Listen". Billboard. Archived from the original on April 5, 2024. Retrieved June 14, 2024.
- ^ Mamo, Heran (May 15, 2024). "Kehlani Announces Fourth Studio Album 'Crash': Here's When It Artives". Billboard. Retrieved June 14, 2024.
- ^ Gonzalez, Alex (May 31, 2024). "Kehlani Finds Their Peace 'Next 2 U' On Their New Single". Uproxx. Retrieved June 14, 2024.
- ^ Gonzalez, Alex (May 31, 2024). "Kehlani's 'Crash' Album Tracklist Features Jill Scott, Young Miko, And Omah Lay". Uproxx. Retrieved June 14, 2024.