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"The Healing Component" is a 12-track album that explores themes of self-discovery, social justice, and personal growth. The album is a reflection of Jenkins' experiences as a black man in America, grappling with issues of identity, racism, and the search for meaning. Through his lyrics, Jenkins weaves a narrative that is both intensely personal and universally relatable. One night, after the city had already pulled
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"The Healing Component" is Mick Jenkins' fourth studio album, released on June 10, 2016, via Orthy Recordings. The album is a 14-track masterpiece that showcases Jenkins' growth as an artist, poet, and storyteller. The project features a mix of jazzy instrumentals, introspective lyrics, and collaborations with notable artists such as Saba, Noname, and Blu.
The album flows like a continuous conversation, interspersed with skits featuring Mick and a female companion discussing the nuances of love.