SZA - Ctrl(2LP/GF)

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Ctrl is the much-anticipated debut album and fourth release overall by SZA. Following Z, Ctrl speaks upon SZA’s perspective within previous relationships and the often relatable di fficulties that many recognize. The tracks convey themes of love, hate, heartbreak, revenge, and self-perception. Somewhere between the house built by Frank Ocean’s monotone and falsetto and Migos’ signature trap cadences, SZA’s unique manipulation of language in performance moves far afield of clever euphemisms and the temporary high of rap entendres or gospel runs to focus on the deliberate deconstruction of words. Laced with 14 tracks in total, Ctrl features guest appearances from the likes of Kendrick Lamar, Travis Scott, James Fauntleroy, and Isaiah Rashad. Production is handled by Antydote, Cam O’Bi, Bēkon, Carter Lang, Frank Dukes, Terrace Martin, and ThankGod4Cody among others. Show more