Amy Winehouse's second studio album, Back to Black, stands as one of the finest soul albums of the 21st century. Drawing inspiration from classic 1960s girl groups like The Supremes and The Shangri-Las, Winehouse blends vintage sounds with contemporary songwriting, creating a timeless record defined by emotional depth and vocal sophistication. Co-produced by Mark Ronson and Salaam Remi, the album features her signature hit "Rehab," a gospel-tinged anthem of defiance, alongside other standout tracks including "You Know I'm No Good," "Back to Black," "Tears Dry On Their Own," and "Love Is a Losing Game." The title track serves as a haunting homage to Phil Spector's 'Wall of Sound,' complete with echoey drums, chimes, saxophone, and close harmonies. With unflinching lyrical honesty about love, addiction, and self-sabotage, Back to Black redefined modern R&B by embracing maturity over trends.
Album Information:
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Artist: Amy Winehouse
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Format: Audio CD
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Genre: Soul, R&B
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Label: ISLAND
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Producer: Mark Ronson, Salaam Remi
Track Listing:
- Rehab
- You Know I'm No Good
- Me & Mrs Jones
- Just Friends
- Back to Black
- Love Is a Losing Game
- No Good Advice
- Wake Up Alone
- Some Unholy War
- I'm Like a Bird
- Tears Dry On Their Own
- He Can Only Hold Her
- Addicted
Release Details:
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Release Type: Studio Album
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Country: United Kingdom
Package Contents:
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Media: CD
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Packaging: Standard Jewel Case