Alone

Released in late 2014, the Alone EP served as a crucial bridge between Selah Sue’s self-titled debut and her second full-length album, Reason. While her earlier work leaned heavily into reggae-fusion and upbeat soul-pop, Alone finds the Belgian singer-songwriter leaning into a more introspective, neo-soul direction. The title track, produced by Robin Hannibal (of Rhye and Quadron), showcases a sophisticated, mid-tempo electronic soul sound that would define much of the mid-2010s R&B landscape. The inclusion of an acoustic version of 'Won’t Go for More' highlights the artist's roots in folk and her ability to carry a song with nothing but a guitar and her uniquely textured voice. Critically, the EP was noted for its emotional honesty, particularly regarding her well-documented struggles with depression, making it a pivotal release for her core fanbase. It solidified her status as a vocalist who could navigate both high-end pop production and raw, unplugged performances with equal authority.