Some Nights I Dream of Doors
by Obongjayar
Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 5 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
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  1. musicOMH.com
    May 27, 2022
    80
    There is no filler as such on Some Nights I Dream Of Doors, though there are some pacing issues that could be dealt with by rearranging tracks. However this does not prevent it from being an auspicious debut, and a fine showcase for Obongjayar’s many talents.
  2. Clash Music
    May 17, 2022
    80
    The rawness to his vocals add grit to a sound definitely polished, but not sanitised. ‘Some Nights I Dream of Doors’ may shed the crudity that helped build intrigue around Obongjayar, but there’s enough here to excite the faithfuls and attract new members to ‘OB Dream Corp’.
  3. DIY Magazine
    May 17, 2022
    80
    His distinctive voice, ranging from guttural lows to a glittering falsetto, is the tool he uses to sculpt out his vast sonic vision.
  5. Slant Magazine
    May 17, 2022
    70
    In much the same way that he juxtaposes Afropop and R&B, Obongjayar alternates between modes of vulnerability and swagger throughout Some Nights I Dream of Doors.

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  1. spacemanrecords
    May 24, 2022
    8
    This one almost slipped under my radar. After hearing Obongjayar on Little Simz album last year, I was keenly keeping an eye out to see whatThis one almost slipped under my radar. After hearing Obongjayar on Little Simz album last year, I was keenly keeping an eye out to see what he would produce next.

    Some Nights I Dream Of Doors is a super unique sound, and brings to my attention many sounds and textures that I am not familiar with. As a western listener, there is a sense of mystery surrounding what the influences are, which makes the listen very fresh and fun to hear...

    I am thoroughly impressed by the artistic flavor being displayed here and this one should not go unlistened this year! The album cover is a 10/10. the music I'm giving a STRONG 8    … Full Review »
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