Yours Forever (Jessica Mauboy album) explained

Yours Forever
Type:studio
Artist:Jessica Mauboy
Cover:Yours Forever by Jessica Mauboy.png
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Length:41:34
Label:Warner Australia
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Prev Year:2019

Yours Forever is the fifth studio album by Australian singer Jessica Mauboy, released on 9 February 2024 by Warner Music Australia. It is her debut on Warner after leaving Sony Music Australia in 2020.[1]

Upon announcement of the album on 11 August 2023, Mauboy said "Yours Forever is me at my truest self, comfortable in my skin, not comparing myself or trying to be someone or something that anyone expects me to be. When you strip it all back, musically, it's beautiful melodies, storytelling lyrics, rhythms that connect with the soul, and it has a depth that I've never gone to or shared before."[2]

The album was supported with a three-month Australian and New Zealand tour commencing on 12 March 2024 in Victoria.[3] [4]

The album was nominated for Album of the Year at the National Indigenous Music Awards 2024.[5]

Singles

"Give You Love", a duet with Jason Derulo was released as the lead single from Yours Truly on 11 August 2023. The song peaked at number 74 on the ARIA Chart, while its video was nominated for ARIA Award for Best Video at the 2023 awards.[6] "Flashback" was released on 10 November 2023 as the album's second single. Mauboy said "'Flashback' is a song that holds a very special place in my heart - this song captures the exhilarating feeling of falling in love".[3] "Never Giving Up" was released as the third single on 22 December 2023. "Forget You" was released on 19 January 2024.

Reception

Mary Varvaris from The Music said "Yours Forever is Jessica Mauboy at her realest and most transformative. She's utterly genuine as she jumps between gospel-inspired soul, fierce funk, effortless mainstream, vibey pop, trap and acoustic balladry." Varvaris said "Shes not just the girl next door R&B singer you've come to know (or still expect), She's so much more."[7]

Women in Pop called it "a stunning album that shows Mauboy at her absolute best - a kaleidoscope of sounds and emotions that explore multiple genres whilst still remaining cohesive and true to Mauboy."[8]

Personnel

Release history

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DateFormatLabelCatalogueReference
Various9 February 2024Warner Music Australia5419777821[9]
AustraliaLP5419777823[10]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Singer Jessica Mauboy leaving Sony for rival Warner Music Group after 16 years. 7news. 15 December 2020. 8 December 2023. Hamish Goodall.
  2. Web site: Jessica Mauboy To Release New Album 'Yours Forever' In February 2024. The Music. 11 August 2023. 8 December 2023. Mary Varvaris .
  3. Web site: Jessica Mauboy drops emotional pop track 'Flashback' . National Indigenous Times. 13 November 2023. 8 December 2023.
  4. Web site: Jessica Mauboy announces new album and 2024 national tour dates . NME. 11 August 2023. 8 December 2023. Surej Singh .
  5. Web site: The Kid LAROI & Barkaa Lead National Indigenous Music Awards Nominations . The Music. 19 July 2024. 19 July 2024. Mary Varvaris .
  6. Web site: Nominees Announced for 2023 ARIA Awards. Music Feeds. 21 September 2023. 8 December 2023.
  7. Web site: Jessica Mauboy: 'I Want To Give Stories & Experiences. Most Of All, I Want To Empower'. The Music. 8 February 2024. 9 February 2024.
  8. Web site: INTERVIEW: Jessica Mauboy releases stunning fifth album 'Yours Forever' There's a whole different cry that I'm reflecting in myself on this record . Women in Pop. 8 February 2024. 9 February 2024.
  9. Web site: Yours Forever by Jessica Mauboy – CD. JB Hi-Fi. 8 December 2023.
  10. Web site: Yours Forever by Jessica Mauboy – LP. JB Hi-Fi. 8 December 2023.