Therapy Session
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| Studio album by NF | ||||
| Released | April 22, 2016 | |||
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| Label | Capitol CMG | |||
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Therapy Session is the second studio album from the Christian hip hop artist NF. Capitol Christian Music Group released the album on April 22, 2016.[1]
Critical reception
| Professional ratings | |
|---|---|
| Review scores | |
| Source | Rating |
| CCM Magazine |   [2] |
| The Christian Beat | 4.9/5[3] |
| Highlight Magazine | 4/5[4] |
| Jesus Freak Hideout |  [5][6][7][8][9] |
| Reel Gospel | 4.5/5[10] |
Indicating in a four star review at CCM Magazine, Matt Conner writes, "fortunately NF digs deeper on an impressive second album."[2] David Craft, allotting the album three and a half stars from Jesus Freak Hideout, believes, "In no way is NF lacking in talent or creativity, but he could afford to exercise a tad more patience. This album doesn't seem quite ready for release, evidenced by the short, one-year gap between Mansion and Therapy Session. Regardless, NF has blown past the sophomore slump, creating a project well-worth listening to."[5] Awarding the album four and a half stars at Jesus Freak Hideout, Kevin Hoskins writes, "Many are not going to like the pure raw emotions here, but I am a fan of someone who can offer something outside of the box and this fits that bill perfectly."[6] Mark Rice, rating the album three and a half stars for Jesus Freak Hideout, states, "Personally, I'm ambivalent towards NF's approach, but it makes for a good, thoughtful, and memorable listen. I do hope. however, for NF's sake, that he experiences some personal growth before his next album so another dark excursion isn't necessary."[7]
Giving the album four stars from Jesus Freak Hideout, Lucas Munachen describes, "Therapy Session, is a strong step forward and delves into even darker themes....Therapy Session may be one of the year's most memorable rap albums, but I have a feeling it only scratches the surface of NF's talent."[8] Christopher Smith, allocating the album a four star review for Jesus Freak Hideout, believes, "Therapy Session is a rewarding and refreshingly honest listen if you can embrace it" where "the 14 tracks here don't quite pack quite the same powerful punch as his debut. Nonetheless, the solid bars, simplistic yet cinematic production, and honest songwriting make this a solid and memorable sophomore release."[9] Haley Black, indicating in a four out of five review at Highlight Magazine, says, "He bellows powerfully, building momentum, projecting his path as a musician and reliving the judgements that his career is meaningless."[4] Signaling in a 4.5 out of five review for Reel Gospel, Carlin Doyle states, "dark and intense, but real."[10] Chris Major, rating the album a 4.9 out of five, writes, "Therapy Session addresses the grief, regret, and anger stockpiled in Mansion, hitting home with NF's intense lyrics and undisputed honesty."[3]
Track listing
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Intro 2" | 3:15 |
| 2. | "Therapy Session" | 5:31 |
| 3. | "I Just Wanna Know" | 3:46 |
| 4. | "How Could You Leave Us" | 5:22 |
| 5. | "Breathe" | 4:19 |
| 6. | "Real" | 4:23 |
| 7. | "Oh Lord" | 3:18 |
| 8. | "I Can Feel It" | 3:53 |
| 9. | "Got You on My Mind" | 4:01 |
| 10. | "Grindin'" (featuring Marty of Social Club) | 4:37 |
| 11. | "Wish You Wouldn't" | 4:46 |
| 12. | "Statement" | 3:10 |
| 13. | "All I Do" | 3:48 |
| 14. | "Lost in the Moment" (featuring Jonathan Thulin) | 4:02 |
| Total length: | 55:71 | |
Awards and nominations
'Therapy Session' won the 2016 Dove Award for best rap/hip hop album of the year.[11]
Chart performance
| Chart (2016) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Canadian Albums (Billboard)[12] | 43 |
| US Billboard 200[13] | 12 |
| US Christian Albums (Billboard)[14] | 1 |
| US Top Rap Albums (Billboard)[15] | 1 |
References
- ↑ David Daniels (February 12, 2015). "NF reveals release date of new album 'Therapy Session'". Rapzilla. Retrieved February 16, 2015.
- 1 2 Conner, Matt (May 16, 2016). "NF – 'Therapy Session' album review". CCM Magazine. Retrieved May 17, 2016.
- 1 2 Major, Chris (April 30, 2016). "NF's "Therapy Session" Confronts Reality With Undisputed Honesty". The Christian Beat. Retrieved May 4, 2016.
- 1 2 Black, Haley (April 21, 2016). "Review: NF – 'Therapy Session'". Highlight Magazine. Retrieved May 4, 2016.
- 1 2 Craft, David (May 4, 2016). "NF, "Therapy Session" Review". Jesus Freak Hideout. Retrieved May 8, 2016.
- 1 2 Hoskins, Kevin (April 20, 2016). "NF, "Therapy Session" Second Staff Opinion Review". Jesus Freak Hideout. Retrieved April 21, 2016.
- 1 2 Rice, Mark (April 22, 2016). "NF, "Therapy Session" JFH Staff's Additional 2 Cents Review". Jesus Freak Hideout. Retrieved May 4, 2016.
- 1 2 Munachen, Lucas (April 25, 2016). "NF, "Therapy Session" JFH Staff's Additional 2 Cents Review". Jesus Freak Hideout. Retrieved May 4, 2016.
- 1 2 Smith, Christopher (May 3, 2016). "NF, "Therapy Session" JFH Staff's Additional 2 Cents Review". Jesus Freak Hideout. Retrieved May 4, 2016.
- 1 2 Doyle, Carlin (April 26, 2016). "Album Review: NF – Therapy Session". Reel Gospel. Retrieved May 4, 2016.
- ↑ http://doveawards.com/2016-winners/
- ↑ "NF - Chart history". Billboard Canadian Albums Chart for NF. Retrieved May 3, 2016.
- ↑ "NF - Chart history". Billboard 200 for NF. Retrieved May 3, 2016.
- ↑ "NF - Chart history". Billboard Christian Albums for NF. Retrieved May 3, 2016.
- ↑ "NF - Chart history". Billboard Top Rap Albums for NF. Retrieved May 3, 2016.