Album Info Hide Show Artist: Maroon 5 Album: Red Pill Blues Released: Europe, 30 Nov 2018 Tracklist: A1 Best 4 U 3:59 Bass – Sam Farrar Drums, Percussion – Matt Flynn Engineer [Assistant] – Ben Sedano, Eric Eylands Engineer [For Mix] – John Hanes Guitar – James Valentine , Jesse Carmichael Keyboards – PJ Morton Vocals – Adam Levine Written-By – Adam Levine, Alexander Izquierdo, Andrew Haas , Ian Franzino, Jacob Kasher Hindlin, John Ryan , Julian Bunetta A2 What Lovers Do 3:19 Bass – Mickey Madden, Sam Farrar Drums, Percussion – Matt Flynn Engineer – Gian Stone, Noah “Mailbox” Passovoy Engineer [Assistant] – Eric Eylands, John Armstrong Engineer [For Mix] – John Hanes Featuring – SZA Guitar – James Valentine , Jesse Carmichael Keyboards – Ben Billions, Noah “Mailbox” Passovoy, PJ Morton Vocals – Adam Levine, SZA Vocals [Additional] – Noah “Mailbox” Passovoy, Sam Farrar, Starrah Written-By – Adam Levine, Benjamin Diehl, Jason Evigan, Solana Rowe, Starrah A3 Wait 3:10 Bass – Mickey Madden Drums, Percussion – Matt Flynn Engineer – Eric Eylands, Noah “Mailbox” Passovoy Engineer [Assistant] – Eric Eylands, John Armstrong Engineer [For Mix] – John Hanes Guitar – James Valentine , Jesse Carmichael, John Ryan Keyboards – Noah “Mailbox” Passovoy, PJ Morton, Sam Farrar Percussion [Additional] – Noah “Mailbox” Passovoy, Sam Farrar, Shawn Tellez Vocals – Adam Levine Vocals [Additional] – Ammar Malik, John Ryan , Noah “Mailbox” Passovoy, Sam Farrar Written-By – Adam Levine, Ammar Malik, Jacob Kasher Hindlin, John Ryan A4 Lips On You 3:36 Bass – Sam Farrar Drums, Percussion – Matt Flynn Engineer – Gian Stone, Noah “Mailbox” Passovoy Engineer [Assistant] – John Armstrong Engineer [For Mix] – John Hanes Guitar – Jesse Carmichael Keyboards – PJ Morton Vocals – Adam Levine Vocals [Additional] – Charlie Puth, Matt Flynn Written-By – Adam Levine, Charlie Puth, Jacob Kasher Hindlin, Jason Evigan, Julia Michaels A5 Bet My Heart 3:16 Bass – Mickey Madden Drums, Percussion – Matt Flynn Engineer – Eric Eylands, Noah “Mailbox” Passovoy Engineer [Assistant] – Ben Sedano Engineer [For Mix] – John Hanes Guitar – James Valentine , Jesse Carmichael Handclaps – Matt Flynn, Noah “Mailbox” Passovoy, Sam Farrar Keyboards – PJ Morton Vocals – Adam Levine Vocals [Additional] – John Ryan , Noah “Mailbox” Passovoy, Phil Shaouy Written-By – Adam Levine, Jacob Kasher Hindlin, John Ryan , Phil Shaouy B1 Help Me Out 3:13 Bass – Sam Farrar Drums, Percussion – Matt Flynn, Noah “Mailbox” Passovoy, Sam Farrar Engineer [Assistant] – Eric Eylands Engineer [For Mix] – John Hanes Featuring – Julia Michaels Guitar – James Valentine , Jesse Carmichael, King Henry Keyboards – Noah “Mailbox” Passovoy, PJ Morton, Sam Farrar Recorded By [Julia Michaels Vocals] – Chris Sclafani Vocals – Adam Levine, Julia Michaels Written-By – Adam Levine, Henry Agincourt Allen, Julia Michaels, Justin Tranter, Thomas Wesley Pentz B2 Who I Am 3:03 Bass – Sam Farrar Drums, Percussion – Matt Flynn Engineer [Assistant] – John Armstrong Engineer [For Mix] – John Hanes Featuring – Lunchmoney Lewis Guitar – Adam Levine, James Valentine , Jesse Carmichael, Ricky Reed Keyboards – PJ Morton Vocals – Adam Levine, Lunchmoney Lewis Written-By – Adam Levine, Ammar Malik, Eric Frederic, Gamal Lewis, Jacob Kasher Hindlin, John Ryan , Teddy Geiger B3 Whiskey 3:30 Engineer [Assistant] – Ben Sedano, Eric Eylands Engineer [For Mix] – John Hanes Featuring – A$AP Rocky Keyboards – PJ Morton Vocals – A$AP Rocky, Adam Levine Written-By – Adam Levine, Jacob Kasher Hindlin, John Ryan , Tinash Sibanda B4 Girls Like You 3:35 Engineer – Eric Eylands, Gian Stone, Noah “Mailbox” Passovoy Engineer [Assistant] – Eric Eylands Engineer [For Mix] – John Hanes Guitar – Adam Levine, Jason Evigan Vocals – Adam Levine Vocals [Additional] – Cirkut, Gian Stone, Jacob Kasher Hindlin, Jason Evigan, Noah “Mailbox” Passovoy, Victoria Evigan Written-By – Adam Levine, Henry Walter, Jason Evigan, Starrah B5 Closure 11:28 Bass – Mickey Madden, Sam Farrar Drums, Percussion – Matt Flynn Engineer [Assistant] – Derrick Stockwell, Eric Eylands, John Armstrong Engineer [For Mix] – John Hanes Guitar – James Valentine , Jesse Carmichael Guitar [Additional], Vocals – Adam Levine Handclaps – James Valentine , Matt Flynn, Noah “Mailbox” Passovoy, Sam Farrar Keyboards – PJ Morton Keyboards [Additional] – Noah “Mailbox” Passovoy, Sam Farrar Tenor Saxophone [Solo] – Kenneth Whalum Vocals [Additional] – John Ryan , Noah “Mailbox” Passovoy, PJ Morton, Phil Shaouy Written-By – Adam Levine, Ammar Malik, Jacob Kasher Hindlin, John Ryan , Phil Shaouy C1 Denim Jacket 3:52 Bass – Mickey Madden Drums, Percussion – Matt Flynn Engineer [Assistant] – Ben Sedano, Eric Eylands Engineer [For Mix] – John Hanes Guitar – James Valentine , Jesse Carmichael Guitar [Additional] – Oscar Gorres Keyboards – PJ Morton Keyboards [Additional] – James Alan Ghaleb, Oscar Gorres Vocals – Adam Levine Vocals [Additional] – James Alan Ghaleb Written-By – Adam Levine, Ben Kohn, Jacob Kasher Hindlin, James Alan Ghaleb, Oscar Gorres, Pete Kelleher, Tom Barnes C2 Visions 3:50 Bass – Mickey Madden, Sam Farrar Drums, Percussion – Matt Flynn Engineer – Eric Eylands, Noah “Mailbox” Passovoy Engineer [Assistant] – Eric Eylands, John Armstrong Engineer [For Mix] – John Hanes Guitar – James Valentine , Jesse Carmichael Keyboards – Noah “Mailbox” Passovoy, PJ Morton Vocals – Adam Levine Vocals [Additional] – Jared Watson, Noah “Mailbox” Passovoy, Ryan OG, Sam Farrar, Shawn Tellez, Travis Schneider Written-By – Adam Levine, Dustin Bushnell, Jared Watson, Nick Bailey, Ryan Ogren C3 Don’t Wanna Know 3:34 Coordinator [Production] – Andrew “McMuffin” Luftman, Andy Steinway, Seif “Mageef” Hussain Drums, Percussion – Matt Flynn Engineer [Assistant] – Eric Eylands Engineer [For Mix, Assistant] – Phil Seaford Engineer [For Mix] – John Hanes Featuring – Kendrick Lamar Guitar [Additional] – Jesse Carmichael Keyboards – PJ Morton Lead Guitar – James Valentine , Jesse Carmichael Vocals – Adam Levine, Kendrick Lamar Written-By – Adam Levine, Alex Ben-Abdallah, Ammar Malik, Benjamin Levin, Jacob Kasher Hindlin, John Ryan , Jon Mills, Kurtis Mckenzie D1 Cold 3:54 Bass – Sam Farrar Drums, Percussion – Matt Flynn Engineer [Assistant] – Ben Sedano, Eric Eylands Engineer [For Mix] – John Hanes Engineer, Keyboards [Additional] – Noah “Mailbox” Passovoy, Phil Paul Featuring – Future Guitar [Additional] – John Ryan , Phil Paul Keyboards – PJ Morton Lead Guitar – James Valentine , Jesse Carmichael Vocals – Adam Levine, Future Vocals [Additional] – John Ryan Written-By – Adam Levine, Jacob Kasher Hindlin, John Ryan , Justin Tranter, Nayvadius Wilburn, Noel “Detail” Fisher, Phil Shaouy D2 Girls Like You Info About Buying Vinyl From Our Record Store We are a small independent record store located at 211 High St, Preston in Melbourne, Australia (North of Northcote, between Thornbury & Reservoir) We buy and sell new and used vinyl records – if you have a collection 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From the opening track, “What Lovers Do,” featuring the sultry vocals of SZA, its clear that Maroon 5 is not just resting on their laurels. The song is a vibrant, upbeat anthem about love and desire, and it quickly became a fan favorite, charting high on the Billboard Hot 100. The collaboration with SZA is a testament to the bands willingness to embrace new sounds and artists, and it sets the tone for the rest of the album. One of the standout tracks, “Wait,” showcases Adam Levines vocal prowess and emotional depth. The songs lyrics delve into themes of longing and regret, wrapped in a catchy melody that sticks with you long after the song ends. Critics praised Levines ability to convey vulnerability, and the tracks production, with its smooth synths and rhythmic beats, perfectly complements the lyrical content. Its a song that resonates with anyone who has ever felt the pangs of love lost or the hope of reconciliation. “Red Pill Blues” also features a notable collaboration with Julia Michaels on the track “Help Me Out.” This song is a playful exploration of the complexities of relationships, and Michaels unique vocal style blends seamlessly with Levines. The chemistry between the two artists is palpable, and the songs infectious chorus makes it another highlight of the album. The production, handled by a mix of seasoned producers and fresh talent, gives the album a modern edge while still feeling cohesive. The albums title, “Red Pill Blues,” is a nod to the philosophical concept of the “red pill” from the film “The Matrix,” symbolizing a choice between embracing reality or remaining in comfortable ignorance. This theme of self-awareness and confronting ones truths runs throughout the album, making it not just a collection of catchy songs, but a deeper exploration of personal growth and relationships. Critics have noted that while the album does have its share of radio-friendly hits, it also takes risks that pay off. Tracks like “Who I Am” and “Visions” delve into more experimental territory, incorporating elements of funk and soul that showcase the bands versatility. The production on these tracks is lush and layered, with intricate arrangements that invite repeated listens. The album received mixed to positive reviews from critics, with some praising its catchy hooks and production quality, while others felt it lacked the raw energy of earlier works. However, its hard to deny the commercial success of “Red Pill Blues,” which debuted at number two on the Billboard 200 and produced several chart-topping singles. The bands ability to adapt to changing musical landscapes while maintaining their core identity is commendable. In interviews, Adam Levine has expressed a desire to push boundaries and explore new sounds, and “Red Pill Blues” is a reflection of that ambition. The albums blend of pop, R&B, and electronic elements feels fresh and relevant, appealing to both long-time fans and new listeners alike. Its a testament to Maroon 5s enduring appeal and their knack for crafting songs that resonate on both a personal and universal level. As we look back on “Red Pill Blues,” its clear that this album is more than just a collection of hits; its a statement of growth and evolution for Maroon 5. With its infectious melodies, thoughtful lyrics, and innovative production, it stands as a significant entry in their discography, one that invites listeners to reflect on their own experiences with love and life. Whether youre dancing to the upbeat tracks or contemplating the deeper themes, “Red Pill Blues” offers something for everyone, solidifying Maroon 5s place in the modern music landscape. Product Reviews Hide Show Write a Review