Jhené Aiko’s third album, Chilombo, is back on vinyl! Originally released on March 5, 2020, this album showcases Aiko’s relaxed style and creative freedom. She described it as a collection of “freestyles” that explore various subjects and relationships from her past, present, and future.
Chilombo features collaborations with artists like H.E.R., NAS, John Legend, Dr. Chill, and Ab-Soul. Aiko also highlights her relationship with Big Sean, with whom she shares a son, Noah. The two have previously worked together as TWENTY88.
In this album, Aiko experiments with Tibetan crystal sound bowls, also known as singing bowls. She found them therapeutic and soothing, using them as an alternative to self-medication. Aiko researched the keys and chakras of each bowl, using different sounds for tracks like “Pray for You” and “PU$$Y Fairy (OTW).”
Chilombo received significant recognition, earning three Grammy nominations in 2021, including Album of the Year. It was also nominated for Best Progressive R&B Album, and her duet with John Legend, “Lightning and Thunder,” was nominated for Best R&B Performance. Additionally, the album won the Outstanding Album award at the NAACP Image Awards in 2021.
Don’t miss out—grab your vinyl copy of Jhené Aiko’s Chilombo now!
