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Metascore
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8.5

Universal acclaim- based on 4 Ratings

  • Summary: The fourth full-length release for the London-based, New Zealand-born artist was influenced by what he learned about himself from therapy.
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  1. Positive: 4 out of 4
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  1. 90
    A rich texture of sounds and concepts, masterfully weaved together by an artist at the top of their game. By rights, it will become essential modern listening - a thought-provoking and utterly compelling collection of tracks, delivered with understated yet captivating style.
  2. Sep 23, 2021
    90
    Aside from being a gifted musician and lyricist, he also has a gorgeous voice, soulful and thrilling. Building on the excellence of his previous albums, What We Call Life is easily one of this year’s best albums.
  3. Sep 23, 2021
    77
    His voice soulfully conveys the journey in all its deviations and obstacles unflinchingly while still providing listeners with the means to immerse themselves and bop their heads along.
  4. Sep 23, 2021
    70
    The 29-year-old’s skilful complexity as a musician and producer has undoubtedly progressed along with his self-development.
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  1. Jan 9, 2022
    9
    Never heard of Jordan Rakei, until i saw the Metascore in the R&B Section. And i have to say, the Album is pretty awesome - from the lyrics,Never heard of Jordan Rakei, until i saw the Metascore in the R&B Section. And i have to say, the Album is pretty awesome - from the lyrics, to the instrumentals and the whole vibe. Thats why i give it a 9 out of 10. He definitely deserves more recognition, just saw the streaming numbers on this album on Spotify and he will blow up in the next years for sure :) Expand