Despite becoming more and more of a known commodity among music circles, particularly those tuned into R&B/soul, H.E.R. remains perfectly content operating from behind a veil of obscurity and scarcity and letting the music she does let loose speak for itself. It’s a formula that’s worked well for her til this point, in large part due to the high quality of the product itself and it only seems to be getting better over time. She’s emboldened in her artistry and expands her already phenomenal style to new frontiers. The similarities between her and Jorja Smith extend well beyond their shared affinity for Lauryn Hill; their lush music is full of honesty, empowerment, and a hunger for truth and wisdom that seems well beyond their years. If Smith’s debut is anything to go off of, then the expectations for H.E.R.’s long awaited debut are sky high. But until then, I Used To Know Her: The Prelude is a solid, yet short glimpse as to how far she’s developed as an artist and showcases a future star in the making.
Confusing self-conscious with self-confidence
So you monogamous but body positive
Those pills you swallowing, for a following
What he got to offer? He don’t see the kids that he fathering
If you don’t bother then, why you responding then?
Careful where you plant them seeds, before you water them– “Lost Souls”
Have you heard I Used To Know Her: The Prelude? What’d you think about it? Is H.E.R. ready to take center stage with her long awaited debut? Let me know in the comments below and be sure to leave your own ratings and reactions for the album.
