We are officially one day away from Tinashe’s much anticipated sophomore album Joyride. In celebration I want to take a look back at some of Tinashe’s best singles thus far.



Singing, Dancing, Writing, Producing, Acting… Honestly, is there anything that Tinashe cannot do? This multi talented R&B songstress continues to prove that the sky is not the limit when it comes to her artistry.

Ever since her debut in the music scene, as part of the girl group [The Stunnas,] Tinashe, has continued to amaze fans with her beautiful/sultry voice and amazing dance ability.

In 2012 Tinashe ventured out on her own and began self producing and releasing a series of acclaimed mixtapes — In Case We Die, Reverie and Black Water — gaining herself social media traction.

Within 2 years Tinashe found herself promoting her first, official, debut album. [Aquarius.] After peaking at number 3 on the Billboard R&B Charts and releasing a certified Platinum single — “2 On”, it seemed as though Tinashe was launching into a full and fruitful career.

Since the release of her debut album Tinashe has released two more mixtapes, — Amethysts and Nightride — [The latter being the prelude to the upcoming album.]

She has also collaborated with various artist — such as Nick Jonas, Britney Spears, Enrique Iglesias, Kid Ink and many more — and has released a few miscellaneous solo singles. Now she is gearing up for the release of her long await second studio album, Joyride.

Tinashe, continues to be music’s greatest underrated talents. She is one of the last TRUE artist to exist. From a wide vocal range to poetic lyricism and a technical grasp on production, Tinashe knows how to create magic and art.

Through her music, Tinashe has shown a God given talent and passion for music that I thought we had lost in today’s artist.

From her atmospheric tracks on her mixtapes to even her more pop influenced singles like “Flame” and “Superlove,” Tinashe brings variety and something special to everything she releases.

Her captivating sultry falsetto, her amazing supported belts and the way she tells a story through a mixture of lyrics, emotional vocals and vibey production, is something unique and special. It’s what allows her to stand out from her R&B counterparts.

Not only is she musically talent, she is personally genuine and humble in a way that makes it hard not to love her. Even though she has been branded “a flop,” she pushes through and works harder and strives to be the best she can be.

Tinashe’s work ethic and hunger and passion is beyond inspiring. She truly is the mark of what it means to love art and making your own dreams comes true.

Fans have been waiting nearly 4 years for a sophomore release and finally, we are just hours away from it. In honor of the great artist that Tinashe is, I want to take a look back at some of Tinashe’s greatest musical moments.

From mixtapes to album to misc. singles this list will include the best of Tinashe — measured by lyrics, vocals or video quality.

I hope you enjoy my picks and leave what your favorites are below and make sure to PREORDER JOYRIDE HERE.

The Last Night On Earth (From In Case We Die)

The opening song to her first mixtape, is the moment I knew I would love Tinashe forever. This track sums up the atmospheric sound that Tinashe is known for and showcases some of Tinashe’s best vocal moments. On top of vocal performance the lyrics are this song will forever be some of my favorite:

“Love me like you’ve never loved before./Just forget about the past it doesn’t matter anymore./ I don’t care what happens to me now/ as long as I am yours./ I love you./ So, just in case we die/ let me see your soul./ So I know what to find/ to find/ wherever we go.”

This Feeling (From In Case We Die)

Simply because of the music video. This video was everything to me when I first watch it. The amazing choreography will forever be the moment I knew Tinashe was a star. This is probably one of my top 5 Tinashe videos just based on the choreography and simple presentation of the video.

Come When I Call (From Reverie)

The vocal delivery in her second mixtape is definitely the strongest. Listeners will find a greater sense of confidence in Tinashe as she sings, this allows her to be bigger with her vocal delivery and blesses us with moments like “Come When I Call.” This track is always one I find on repeat for simply having everything that makes Tinashe great: Vocals, Production and Lyrics.

“I just can’t seem to find/ the words to say to you/ that will appease your mind./ Thought you would know by now./ But you should know by now./ That I don’t wanna wait forever is upon us/ Wait for never would be wrong/ And I can’t go at it alone/ I need you right now.”

Another Me (From “Reverie)

This track is on my list simply because it was one of those songs that came out at the right time for me. It was everything I needed to hear and lyrically will resonate with anyone who has been heartbroken, cheated on or dumped by a significant other. The sass and confidence behind every note simply raises up the spirits of the listener and allows you to feel just confident and ready to move on.

SIDE NOTE: JUST LISTEN TO REVERIE IN FULL IT’S PROBABLY THE BEST MIXTAPE SHE HAS!

1 For Me (From “Black Water)

This vulnerable track was definitely a lyrical highlight from Tinashe’s Black Water mixtape. This mixtape really held a lot of moments that seemed to be nods to older R&B music and “1 For Me” — along with “Just a Taste” — is one of those moments. It’s not as atmospheric as her other tracks, “1 For Me” brings more of an energetic late 90s vibe. Very laid back and lyrically inspired.

Deep in the Night (Interlude)/Bathed Breath (From “Aquarius)

Followers of Tinashe know that she is the interlude queen! So, it would be right to complete my list without including one of my favorite interludes in her whole discography. Featuring snippets of a young Tinashe performing an original song — she wrote as a 5 year old girl — “Deep in the Night” remains one of her most genuine and beautifully constructed interludes. Not only does it show fans a deep look into Tinashe as a person, but it fits perfectly in front of its follow up track “Bathed Breath.”

In my opinon “Bathed Breath” was one of the greatest highlights from Aquarius. It holds one of Tinashe’s best vocal deliveries from a studio release and lyrically captivates listeners from line to line. Everything about this song is perfect and I can’t help but get lost in it every time I listen to it. It’s poetic genius!

“If you will have me/ I’ll make you happy./ I need someone to whom I can belong./ Here’s my confession/ saving it special/ hoped it would be you all along/ All along.”

Something to Feel (From “Amethysts)

This track took us back to Tinashe’s moodier sound. Featuring lyrics that talk about a love that isn’t what love should be “Something to Feel” instantly clicked with me. I loved the story behind the track and the sound captivates listeners in a way that locks you in. It’s definitely my favorite track from Amethysts.

Company (From Nightride)

THIS IS A MUSIC VIDEO!!!! This dancing and transitions between choreography is LIFE!!! The video is simple and tastefully put together and allows Tinashe to do what she does best P E R F O R M. Everything from vocals to dance to the style is amazing! Every time I watch this video I just thank God for blessing us with such a talent. “Company” wasn’t even my favorite track from Nightride but I can’t help but love the track more and more every time I see this video.

Sacrifices (From Nightride)

This sensual/darker track from Nightride was honestly my favorite track to come from this mixtape. It really captivates the listener and will instantly make you feel some type of way. This is my go to track from Nightride and what I hope to hear more of when Joyride comes out. It holds everything I look for my darker tracks: sexuality, complimenting sultry vocals and a nice back beat to dance to.

Superlove

This miscellaneous single should have been Tinashe’s second mainstream hit! It had everything that great pop music needs to be successful on the charts: a catchy hook, a great sound and a video that puts every video that has come out in the past 5 years to shame. it took us back to the days when videos had concepts, complimented the song and had amazing choreography that you wanted to spend numerous hours in your room learning. “Superlove” was the track that should have been!

Flame

My favorite pop track to come post-Aquarius was definitely “Flame.” This is another track that should have been a massive hit for Tinashe. Lyrically the song was brilliant, discussing a love that seems to be fading, but that you’re not ready to let go of it, that you want to work on. It also contained one of the simplest and catchy hooks of 2017. Honestly, this song was formulated perfectly to be a hit, I don’t know why it fell off.