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Soul & R&B · 2010s

Ctrl — 2017

SZA

SZA
Released 2017Soul & R&B
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Reviewed by Callum Ashworth, 247 Album Verdict

A candid, conversational debut about insecurity and desire that reshaped modern R&B. Relatable and beautifully sung. A word-of-mouth phenomenon that aged into a classic. Where SZA's run begins — a strong starting point.

On vinyl: A vinyl-revival-era release, so fresh pressings are usually easy to find new.

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