Black Messiah

Black Messiah (2014) is D’Angelo’s long-awaited third album, released on RCA Records and co-produced by D’Angelo and Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson. Arriving 14 years after Voodoo, it channels the spirit of protest and redemption through a dense, analog sound steeped in funk, soul, and rock. Recorded with The Vanguard, D’Angelo’s tight-knit live band, the album blends smoky grooves and politically charged lyrics inspired by movements like Black Lives Matter. Songs such as “Really Love,” “The Charade,” and “Sugah Daddy” showcase D’Angelo’s unmatched musicianship, blending raw emotion with intricate rhythm and harmony. Black Messiah earned critical acclaim, winning the Grammy for Best R&B Album and reaffirming D’Angelo’s status as one of modern music’s most visionary and elusive artists.