Studying Abroad (EP)
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| Released | November 13, 2020 Deluxe: May 21, 2021 | |||
| Recorded | 2020 | |||
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Studying Abroad is an extended play by Jamaican-American singer Masego. It was released on November 13, 2020 by UMG Recordings, Inc. and EQT Recordings, LLC.[2][3] The deluxe edition, Studying Abroad: Extended Stay, was released on May 21, 2021.[4]
Background
Masego said the EP was inspired by his experiences in travelling saying "I took a lot of inspiration from Japan, South Africa, Nigeria, Amsterdam, and Stockholm." He also commented on releasing it during the COVID-19 pandemic and said "If the world is burning and crazy things are happening, I feel like I can help by just releasing music, just to escape that for a little bit."[5] He spoke about his recording process during quarantine saying "Any producer that you could name has a high level of shyness and introversion. I've been in my crib. I'm always in the studio. I looked up to dudes staying in the studio for multiple summers and staying in their room figuring things out."[6]
Promotion and singles
On September 16, 2020, Masego released the first single from the EP called "Passport", produced by D'Mile.[7] On October 7, the second single, "Silver Tongue Devil" was released, with Shenseea.[8] On November 10, he released the third single, "Mystery Lady", with Don Toliver.[9]
Critical reception
In a positive review, Megan Walder of Clash wrote about the EP saying "Smooth sax entwined with a sophisticated exploration of lo-fi sound and beats, Masego has hit the ball running once more with this new EP Studying Abroad. Traversing the peaks and troughs of a relationship, the concept piece not only demonstrates his expansion in terms of collaborations and production choices but presents yet another side to this multifaceted artist."[10]
Track listing
| No. | Title | Writer(s) | Producer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "Passport" | D'Mile | 3:17 | |
| 2. | "Silver Tongue Devil" (with Shenseea) |
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| 3:15 |
| 3. | "Mystery Lady" (with Don Toliver) |
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| 3:48 |
| 4. | "Polygamy" |
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| 1:52 |
| 5. | "Sides of Me" |
| Monro | 2:00 |
| 6. | "Bye Felicia" |
| D'Mile | 2:38 |
| Total length: | 16:53 | |||
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| 7. | "Bliss Abroad" (featuring Sheléa) |
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| 3:11 |
| 8. | "Smith & Westin" (with TeaMarrr) |
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| 3:38 |
| 9. | "Well Traveled" |
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| 2:46 |
| 10. | "Yebo/Sema" |
| Izybeats | 3:48 |
| 11. | "Mystery Lady (TrapHouseJazz Remix)" |
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| 3:42 |
| Total length: | 34:11 | |||
References
- ^ "Masego continues 'Studying Abroad' as he strengthens J'can connections". Archived from the original on 2021-06-24. Retrieved 2021-06-23.
- ^ "Studying Abroad". AllMusic. Archived from the original on 2021-06-24. Retrieved 2021-06-23.
- ^ "Masego's Studying Abroad EP Out Today Via EQT Recordings And Capitol Records". Shore Fire. Archived from the original on 2021-06-24. Retrieved 2021-06-23.
- ^ "NEW ALBUM: MASEGO 'STUDYING ABROAD: EXTENDED STAY'". RapRadar. Archived from the original on 2021-06-24. Retrieved 2021-06-23.
- ^ "Masego Provides Song-By-Song Breakdown Of His New EP 'Studying Abroad'". BET. Archived from the original on 2021-06-24. Retrieved 2021-06-23.
- ^ Corry, Kristen. "Masego Wants to Be More Than A Sax-Wielding Ladies Man". Vice. Archived from the original on 2021-08-21. Retrieved 2021-06-23.
- ^ "Masego's "Passport" is an ode to wanderlust". The Fader. Archived from the original on 2021-06-24. Retrieved 2021-06-23.
- ^ "Masego joins forces with Shenseea for "Silver Tongue Devil"". Revolt. Archived from the original on 2021-06-24. Retrieved 2021-06-23.
- ^ "Masego and Don Toliver drop "Mystery Lady" video". Revolt. Archived from the original on 2021-07-16. Retrieved 2021-06-23.
- ^ Walder, Megan. "Masego - Studying Abroad". Clash. Archived from the original on 2021-05-12. Retrieved 2021-06-23.