It was three years ago when I heard a news bit from the radio that Adele is taking a break from music for four or five years. I thought it was nuts, because she was at the height of her Grammy's success at the time and also, what do I listen to until then?
Come to think of it, the break didn't feel that long. I like how this first single was just dropped out of nowhere, with a very fitting first line: Hello, it's me.
to tell you i'm sorry for breaking your heart // but it don't matter, it clearly doesn't tear you apart anymore
This is clearly a mature Adele. Her face seems to take a longer shape now and damn, a lot more expressive. I was so fond of her timid nature from the first two albums, especially in live performances. I think what I most liked about her packaging is, here's a girl with a royal voice, but too nonchalant to care about fame because her heart is broken. That seems out the door now. However, two things I like stays the same: the age-based album title and the perfect winged eyeliner :)
The second single is out. It reminds me of her Make You Feel My Love music video, which was also filmed in live audio.
Excited for tomorrow's album release. Don't be surprised if the entire album is on the next playlist.
love the subtle and gradual maturity, even in album art :) from self-conscious to bold-faced @Adele #itsawholenewme pic.twitter.com/EMDWflhqHn
— April (@grewlegs) November 20, 2015
