Album Info Hide Show Artist: Macy Gray Album: On How Life Is Released: Europe, 2013 Tracklist: A1 Why Didn’t You Call Me 3:14 Backing Vocals – David Wilder, Jeremy Ruzumna Bass – David Wilder Drum Programming – Darryl Swann Guitar – Jinsoo Lim A2 Do Something 4:57 Bass – Dion Derek Murdock Electric Piano, Synthesizer [Moog] – Jeremy Ruzumna Guitar – Jinsoo Lim Music By – Andre Benjamin, Antwan Patton, Bernard Worrell, Cameron Gipp, Darryl Barnes, Dion Derek Murdock, Garry Shider, George Clinton Jr., Greg Mays, Patrick Brown, Raymon Murray, Rico Wade, Robert Barnett, Thomas Burton Vibraphone [Vibes] – Patrick Warren A3 Caligula 4:38 Backing Vocals – Darryl Swann Guitar – Darryl Swann Music By – Macy Gray Synthesizer – Jon Brion, Patrick Warren Synthesizer [Farfisa], Clavinet – Jeremy Ruzumna A4 I try 3:59 Bass – David Wilder Guitar – Bendrix Williams Music By – David Wilder, Jinsoo Lim, Macy Gray Piano, Bells [Orchestra] – Jon Brion A5 Sex-O-Matic Venus Freak 3:57 Bass – Dion Derek Murdock Electric Piano [Rhodes] – Jeremy Ruzumna Guitar – Blackbird McKnight, Gabriel Moses Music By – Dion Derek Murdock Synthesizer – Rami Jaffee B1 I Can’t Wait To Meetchu 5:18 Electric Piano [Rhodes] – Jeremy Ruzumna Guitar – Miles Tackett Horns – Charlie Green, Michael Harris, Steve Baxter Music By – Miles Tackett B2 Still 4:15 Arranged By [Strings] – David Campbell Guitar – Jay Joyce Music By – Bill Esses, Jeff Blue Vibraphone [Vibes] – Jon Brion B3 I’ve Committed Murder 4:59 Marimba, Synthesizer, Vibraphone [Vibes] – Jon Brion Music By – C. Sigman, Eddie Harris, F. Lai, Kiilu Beckwith Programmed By – Kiilu Beckwith Saxophone [Solo] – Ngozi “Guz” Inyama B4 A Moment To Myself 4:00 Electric Piano [Rhodes], Organ [Wurlitzer] – Patrick Warren Music By – Damon Yu Wimbley, Mark Morales, Miles Tackett B5 The Letter 5:38 Keyboards [Optigon], Chamberlin [Chamberlain] – Jeremy Ruzumna Keyboards [Optigon], Piano – Jon Brion Keyboards [Optigon], Piano, Chamberlin [Chamberlain] – Rami Jaffe Music By – Jamie Houston, Matt Sherrod Related Content: 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 you’d like to sell please click here . We ship Australia wide for a flat rate of $10 for standard shipping or $15 for express post. Free Shipping for orders $150 and over. 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The song’s catchy chorus and Gray’s emotive vocal delivery make it an engaging opener that introduces her distinctive style. ‘I Try,’ the album’s most famous track and a Grammy Award-winning song, showcases Gray’s ability to convey deep emotional vulnerability. The song’s simple yet poignant piano arrangement, combined with Gray’s heartfelt lyrics about the struggles of moving on from a relationship, resonates with a sense of authenticity and raw emotion. ‘Do Something’ shifts the mood to a more upbeat, empowering anthem. The track’s funky groove and motivational lyrics encourage self-empowerment and action, highlighting Gray’s versatility as an artist. ‘Still’ is another standout ballad that delves into the complexities of love and longing. Gray’s soulful delivery and the song’s lush production create a deeply moving and intimate listening experience. ‘A Moment to Myself’ captures a more introspective side of Gray, with its reflective lyrics and mellow sound. The track emphasizes her ability to craft songs that are both personal and universally relatable. The production on ‘On How Life Is’ is a seamless blend of contemporary R&B with elements of classic soul and funk. The album’s sound is polished yet retains a sense of organic warmth that complements Gray’s distinctive voice and the emotional depth of her lyrics. Throughout the album, Gray explores themes of love, self-discovery, and the human experience with a candidness and originality that sets her apart. Her songwriting is both introspective and accessible, making ‘On How Life Is’ an album that connects with listeners on multiple levels. In conclusion, ‘On How Life Is’ is a remarkable debut that introduced Macy Gray as a significant voice in soul and R&B. Her distinctive vocal style, honest songwriting, and the fusion of classic and contemporary sounds make the album a memorable and influential addition to the genre. It’s a work that not only stands the test of time but also continues to resonate with its raw emotion and authenticity.” Product Reviews Hide Show Write a Review