5 Reasons Lianne La Havas’s Self-Titled Album Topped 2020 Best-Of Lists

  1. It landed on both NPR Music and the New York Times’ Best Albums of 2020 lists. A quiet critical triumph in a chaotic year.

  2. The album is her third studio release, showing consistent artistic growth. It earned recognition without major commercial hype.

  3. Critics praised its intimate, soulful sound. The production highlights her vocals and guitar work.

  4. The album explores themes of love, loss, and self-discovery. Lyrics feel personal and universal at the same time.

  5. It stands out as a focused, cohesive project in a year of noise. Listeners and critics alike found it a calming, essential listen.