Beyonce - Album 4

The numeral 4 is a recurring theme in Beyoncé's life and guided the naming of this album:

A raw, emotional power ballad often cited as one of her best vocal performances. album 4 beyonce

"In 2011, Lady Gaga had 'Born This Way,' Adele had '21,' and Beyoncé dropped '4.' Everyone called it a 'flop' because it didn't have massive radio hits. But here is the truth: '4' is the album where Beyoncé stopped playing the game. She fired her father as manager, left the safe pop sound, and started sampling Fela Kuti, Earth, Wind & Fire, and The Jackson 5. Without '4,' you don't get 'Beyoncé' (the 2013 album). Without '4,' you don't get 'Lemonade.' It was the pivot. The growl. The freedom." The numeral 4 is a recurring theme in