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            The last time I heard Willow Smith\u2019s name was in 2010 when \u201cWhip my Hair\u201d was at an all-time high. Any chance I got in 6th<\/sup> grade, I would attempt to \u201cwhip\u201d my monochromatic, barely past shoulder-length hair in an attempt to mimic her iconic music video. She was the epitome of \u201ccool,\u201d embracing something unique to her. 2010 turned to 2011, and so on, and Smith\u2019s funky, fresh beat turned into nothing but part of a Zumba workout playlist. Last year I started to wondered what ever happened to Willow, as do most millennials with childhood stars. I only just found an answer to this this past October.<\/p>\n

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Willow Smith in \u201cWhip My Hair\u201d music video <\/p><\/div>\n

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            On Halloween of this year, Willow Smith dropped her album \u201cThe 1st<\/sup>.\u201d It felt like it came out of nowhere with no advertising or before-hand hype. I only discovered it by the recommendation of a friend. Upon adding it to my music library, I was apprehensive. I knew I had grown out of the intense beats and pop-like music that Willow once made. Was it going to be a repeat of 2010 or had she also matured? I did my initial listen as I wasted away in the library, attempting to work on a physics problem set. Within seconds, I was in love.<\/p>\n

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The album cover of \u201cThe 1st\u201d <\/p><\/div>\n

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            On a whole, \u201cThe 1st<\/sup>\u201d combines classic alternative beats, with subtle R&B undertones and acoustic vibes. Some songs even contain violin and piano. I listen to this album when I\u2019m cleaning, when I\u2019m walking to class or even in a \u201cmood.\u201d Her lyrics really analyze the workings of young love, relationships and growing up. Her voice is simply amazing and has a very raw feel to it. One of my favorite songs from the album is \u201cLonely Road.\u201d The lyrics speak about messing up in life and feeling isolated through those mistakes. I enjoy listening to it when I\u2019m in my \u201cfeels.\u201d If Beyonc\u00e9 and Florence and the Machine had a child, it would be this song. Another valid track is \u201cWarm Honey.\u201d This one has a strong resemblance of the sassiness that a young Willow once portrayed in \u201cWhip my Hair.\u201d The song\u2019s lyrics talk about existence when in love.<\/p>\n

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Willow Smith at a redcarpet event<\/p><\/div>\n

            Overall, this album will be a long time favorite of mine. Although I\u2019ll throw down to \u201cWhip my Hair\u201d any day of the week, I am much happier sipping coffee and listening to \u201cThe 1st<\/sup>.\u201d I admire Willow\u2019s ability to mature and grow as an artist. I think her transformation can remind us all that we have the ability to change our style and that self-identity is ever evolving. I see big things her future and can\u2019t wait to see what she will accomplish.<\/p>\n

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Written by Zoey Miller <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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