Somewhere Between Beauty & Magic

“It’s always been my mission to spread good vibes through music,” Joeboy tells Apple Music. “Love is the theme of this project—it’s the perfect blend between beauty and magic.” Blending Afropop beats with classic instrumentation, his first studio album takes an earnest journey through various love stories––from gaining confidence to reach out to the girl next door (“Lonely”), to recovering from unrequited love (“Focus”), and even navigating the beauty of boundaries (“Consent”). Yet the mood here remains light-hearted and celebratory as Joeboy showcases his versatility (“OH”), and he grows ever more self-assured (“Count Me Out”).