On 'The Diary of Alicia', the classically trained vocalist/pianist follows up the success of her lauded debut by displaying an even more formidable knack for sophisticated soul. The elegant piano intro of "Harlem's Nocturne" quickly gives way to a driving beat and Keys' admission that "there are so many things that are on my mind." This sentiment proves true, as Keys proceeds to run through a wide range of musical styles, from string-laden R&B on "Karma" to Timbaland-produced funk on "Heartburn" to a potent soul-pop medley of "If I Was Your Woman/Walk On By."
Keys' personal touch on DIARY extends to her role as producer on many of the album's tracks, including the sultry, show-stopping "If I Ain't Got You" and the haunting "Diary" (featuring Tony! Toni! Tone!). As this confident sophomore album reveals, SONGS IN A MINOR was no fluke. In fact, DIARY shows Keys just starting to hit her musical stride.
IMPORTANT QUALITY NOTE: We have had many customers report, as well as seen many reviews online that state this album may have manufacturing flaws. Those flaws apparently may be skipping on some tracks or even "finger prints" or oily marks on the vinyl. Joco Records does not manufacture albums on our site, we get them directly from the record labels and distributors. Because of this, we do not have control over the quality of pressings. Please be sure you are comfortable with purchasing this album, prior to checkout. It is also very likely that this pressing will have no issues at all. It's still brand new and sealed. We are selling it at a discount only due to reports that other copies have had defects. We cannot refund copies of this album due to manufacturing issues. Please contact us prior to ordering, should you have any questions.
- Format: Vinyl
- Genre: Funk/Soul, R&B
- Gatefold Sleeve
- NOTE: Please read manufacturing quality note above before purchasing.
- Remember, for our lowest prices, always order directly from our official JocoRecords website!
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Tracklist
| Harlem's Nocturne | 1:44 |
| Karma | 4:16 |
| Heartburn | 3:28 |
| If I Was Your Woman / Walk On By | 3:06 |
| You Don't Know My Name | 6:07 |
| If I Ain't Got You | 3:49 |
| Diary | 4:44 |
| Dragon Days | 4:37 |
| Wake Up | 4:27 |
| So Simple | 3:50 |
| When You Really Love Someone | 4:10 |
| Feeling U, Feeling Me (Interlude) | 2:08 |
| Slow Down | 4:18 |
| Samsonite Man | 4:13 |
| Nobody Not Really (Interlude) | 2:57 |
