Kelis' Kaleidoscope: A 20th Anniversary Retrospective
On December 7, 1999, American singer Kelis released her debut studio album Kaleidoscope, produced entirely by the Neptunes. The album was a fusion of R&B, hip hop, pop and funk, showcasing Kelis' distinctive vocals and style. Despite underperforming in the United States, the album saw mild success in certain international markets, especially the United Kingdom, where it charted at number 43 and was certified gold. In 2020, the album was reissued with bonus tracks and remixes to celebrate its 20th anniversary.
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Kaleidoscope received widespread acclaim from music critics, who praised Kelis' originality, charisma and versatility. The album spawned three singles: \"Caught Out There\", \"Get Along with You\" and \"Good Stuff\". The first single, \"Caught Out There\", was a hit in Europe and became an anthem for scorned lovers with its chorus of \"I hate you so much right now\". The second single, \"Get Along with You\", was a mellow ballad that showcased Kelis' softer side. The third single, \"Good Stuff\", featured rapper Terrar and was a funky groove that highlighted Kelis' playful attitude.
The album also featured collaborations with other artists, such as Markita, Marc Dorsey, N.E.R.D. and Justin Vince. Some of the standout tracks on the album include \"Mafia\", a dark tale of betrayal and revenge; \"Suspended\", a psychedelic trip into outer space; \"Mars\", a homage to David Bowie's \"Life on Mars?\"; \"Ghetto Children\", a social commentary that sampled Slick Rick's \"Hey Young World\"; and \"Wouldn't You Agree\", a duet with Justin Vince that closed the album on a hopeful note.
Kaleidoscope was an impressive debut that showcased Kelis' talent and potential as an artist. The album also marked the beginning of a fruitful partnership with the Neptunes, who would go on to produce her next two albums, Wanderland (2001) and Tasty (2003). Kaleidoscope remains a cult classic among fans and critics alike, and is widely regarded as one of the best R&B albums of the late 1990s.
In 2020, Kelis celebrated the 20th anniversary of Kaleidoscope by reissuing the album with additional tracks and remixes. The extended digital release featured edits and club mixes by the Neptunes, MJ Cole, Boris Dlugosch and others. The physical edition was pressed to translucent orange vinyl and was released in a two-set on March 6, 2020. [1] Kelis also announced a European tour to perform the album in its entirety, but it was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. [2]
Kaleidoscope has been recognized as an influential and innovative album that paved the way for other female artists who experimented with different genres and styles. Kelis has been cited as an inspiration by artists such as Rihanna, M.I.A., Janelle MonÃe, Tinashe and FKA Twigs. [3] [4] [5] The album has also been included in several lists of the best albums of the 1990s and 2000s by publications such as NME, Rolling Stone, Pitchfork and Complex. [6] [7] [8] [9]
Twenty years after its release, Kaleidoscope remains a fresh and vibrant album that showcases Kelis' artistic vision and personality. The album is a testament to her creativity, versatility and originality as an artist who defies expectations and conventions. 0efd9a6b88
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