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2012 release, the third album from the Nigerian/German singer/songwriter. An effortlessly balanced combination of Hip Hop beats, Reggae grooves, brass riffs and African Pop are the canvas for the motif of love, pain, politics and God. Respective albums have earned Nneka the moniker of 21st Century Soul for their sincerity and frankness and this album is no different. Featuring guest collaborations with The Roots' Black Thought (`God Knows Why') and Ms. Dynamite (`Sleep') Soul Is Heavy further affirms her credentials as a fast-rising star of black-consciousness music.
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9 of 11 people found the following review helpful
By EJ
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A compelling conscious voice with the gift of musical talent, Nneka is not your everyday singer. She is often compared to Lauryn Hill, fair, but take Nneka on her own terms. She is a shining star, an independent and confident artist forging ahead. Nneka can belt out a hard-drivin' politically charged hip-hop song, just as easy as she can offer you an emotional love and loss anthem. In one song she can span the globe... rock out, chill out, and deliver a strong, irresistible reggae hook in the process. Nneka's latest release, Soul is Heavy is all of this. It represents her vocal range, and musical depth perhaps more than her previous cds. I gravitate toward Stay, Do You love Me Now, and Valley. I also love the provocative God Knows Why featuring Black Thought. Nneka makes every lyric significant and she naturally grabs you with her vocals. When she cries out, Do you love me? or Baby would you walk with me?... well, you will feel it and you will Walk with Nneka.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Khalidx71
Format:MP3 Music
then you are missing out. I saw her at The Vinyl in Atlanta for $10 . She is the most incredible performer I have seen . I love Sade yet her concert was on par or better than Sade. At The Vinyl it is a small club and being maybe 20 feet from her she sounded 100 times better than her album. Her band is incredible It is shameful the vast majority of music listeners do not know her.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Kamal
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My only real exposure to Nneka came a couple years ago when she was touring with Nas and Damian Marley. She had a mixtape and a US release which was an amalgamation of past tracks. Both of those releases were a breath of fresh air to me. There's nothing like that "new music high."
Nneka continues to bring the heat on Soul is Heavy. Tracks are soulful, melodic and full of heart... there's no filler here. If you're curious about Nneka check out her mixtape with J Period "The Madness" and then give this album a try if you're still interested.
Nneka continues to bring the heat on Soul is Heavy. Tracks are soulful, melodic and full of heart... there's no filler here. If you're curious about Nneka check out her mixtape with J Period "The Madness" and then give this album a try if you're still interested.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
2.0 out of 5 stars
Not what I expected
I heard a sample on "It's Your World" but am disappointed with the rest of the songs in the album. Thought it would be more R&B.
Published 1 month ago by Melvia Wong
5.0 out of 5 stars
Good feel to the entire album.
Lyrics with substance and good beats. I can see why people are trying to compare her to Lauryn Hill but I would bother she's of her own style, for sure.
Published 5 months ago by Riri
5.0 out of 5 stars
Lovely voice
Loved this cd she has a great voice will be wanting more of them !!! Check her out ull not be disappointed
Published 9 months ago by Janet
5.0 out of 5 stars
An amazing journey
When I listen to this album, it is as if Nneka is speaking to a part of my soul that I didn't know existed. That is, until I hear her music. Read more
Published 14 months ago by R. Bonny
5.0 out of 5 stars
Nneka is Heavy and Underrated
Nneka keeps it real. As you listen to any of her albums you can feel that she is honest, intelligent and has witnessed and experienced a lot. Her lyrics are raw and heartfelt. Read more
Published 14 months ago by musicmaniac
