It’s been over two years since Jhené Aiko fans have been able to boast ownership of a new studio album from the 31-year-old, but the wait ended Friday (March 6) with the arrival of her third LP, ‘Chilombo.’ An ode to her family name, the set’s title derives from the singer’s full moniker (Jhené Aiko Efuru Chilombo).
A 20-track affair, the effort was first brought to public consciousness via the R&B hits “Triggered (freestyle)” and “P*$$y Fairy (OTW)” before treating fans with the Future and Miguel-assisted “Happiness Over Everything.” The latter houses just two of many high profile features on ‘Chilombo’ as it also boasts appearances from boyfriend Big Sean, H.E.R., John Legend, Nas, Ty Dolla $ign, her father, Dr. Chill, and many more.
Look inside to stream the album in full and let us know if it was worth the wait:
INCREDIBLE
Been streaming it since morning. Probably her best work since Souled Out. Unlike Trip, this album has more theme and substance. Hoping for another Grammy nom from my blackasian sis!
Good. Maybe I’ll listen now. Souled Out is still one of my favorites. I was worried it was gonna sound like Trip. That was a disappointing album. And her over-emphasis on drugs and hallucinogens was basic and tired. No one wants to hear 20 songs like that.
Great album love it she is so talented
Soooooo much better than Trip, but Souled Out is still #1 for me
Her music is like a tofu veggie burger which is tasteless, boring and bland….