Sweet, sighing, relaxed numbers like 'Flowers' ('You're the moral compass directing me to light') and 'Cocoa Butter' ('You are like cocoa butter on my heart') are among the most India.Arie-like songs laid down. The album's upbeat tone is set with the driving 'Just Do You,' a career highlight boasting a chorus that recalls the pre-chorus of Michael Jackson's 'Rock with You.' Apart from certain accents from the Turkish musicians, none of the material will surprise anybody. Longtime co-producer and instrumentalist Shannon Sanders remains, while new associate David Ryan Harris ( Dionne Farris, John Mayer) is another major factor. Largely a low-key, gently uplifting affair with a soft, warm glow, 11 of its 16 tracks are enhanced with assistance from several Turkish musicians - including percussionists, horn players, an oudist, and the Istanbul Strings - who were recorded at the studio of Sezen Aksu (one of the guests on Testimony, Vol. However, only the most attentive listeners will hear a considerable difference between SongVersation and the Testimony albums. She even contemplated leaving the industry. A series of mishaps, combined with some dissatisfaction regarding the sound of her recordings, prompted the break. Back with Motown, India.Arie is rejuvenated for her fifth album, which follows a lengthy hiatus.

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