janelle monae - the age of pleasure

"The Age of Pleasure" serves as a love letter to the Pan-African diaspora, with Monáe seamlessly blending jazz, dancehall, reggae, trap, and Afro-beats throughout the album. The first half features tightly produced jazz and funk-infused tracks while the second half shifts to mid-tempo reggae-inspired sounds, with Monáe exploring her carnal desires and embracing her queer identity.

"The Age of Pleasure" creates a safe haven within the album's 14 tracks, inviting listeners to revel in a world of uninhibited fun and exploration. "I want to create music for everyday people," Monáe explains. With this album, she proudly embraces every facet of her identity and invites listeners to do the same.