Studying Abroad (EP)

Studying Abroad
EP by
Masego
ReleasedNovember 13, 2020
Deluxe: May 21, 2021
Recorded2020
Genre
Label
Masego chronology
Lady Lady
(2018) 		Studying Abroad
(2020)
Singles from Studying Abroad
  1. "Passport"
    Released: September 16, 2020
  2. "Silver Tongue Devil"
    Released: October 7, 2020
  3. "Mystery Lady"
    Released: November 10, 2020

Studying Abroad is an extended play by Jamaican-American singer Masego. It was released on November 13, 2020 by UMG Recordings, Inc. and EQT Recordings, LLC.[2][3] The deluxe edition, Studying Abroad: Extended Stay, was released on May 21, 2021.[4]

Background

Masego said the EP was inspired by his experiences in travelling saying "I took a lot of inspiration from Japan, South Africa, Nigeria, Amsterdam, and Stockholm." He also commented on releasing it during the COVID-19 pandemic and said "If the world is burning and crazy things are happening, I feel like I can help by just releasing music, just to escape that for a little bit."[5] He spoke about his recording process during quarantine saying "Any producer that you could name has a high level of shyness and introversion. I've been in my crib. I'm always in the studio. I looked up to dudes staying in the studio for multiple summers and staying in their room figuring things out."[6]

Promotion and singles

On September 16, 2020, Masego released the first single from the EP called "Passport", produced by D'Mile.[7] On October 7, the second single, "Silver Tongue Devil" was released, with Shenseea.[8] On November 10, he released the third single, "Mystery Lady", with Don Toliver.[9]

Critical reception

In a positive review, Megan Walder of Clash wrote about the EP saying "Smooth sax entwined with a sophisticated exploration of lo-fi sound and beats, Masego has hit the ball running once more with this new EP Studying Abroad. Traversing the peaks and troughs of a relationship, the concept piece not only demonstrates his expansion in terms of collaborations and production choices but presents yet another side to this multifaceted artist."[10]

Track listing

Studying Abroad track listing
No.TitleWriter(s)Producer(s)Length
1."Passport"
D'Mile3:17
2."Silver Tongue Devil" (with Shenseea)
  • Davis
  • Dustin Corbett
  • Andron Francois Cross
  • Chris Madine
  • Chinsea Lee
  • Izybeats
  • Corbett
  • Chris Madine
3:15
3."Mystery Lady" (with Don Toliver)
3:48
4."Polygamy"
  • Davis
  • Jack Dine
  • Steve Octave
  • Steve Octave
  • Jack Dine
1:52
5."Sides of Me"
  • Davis
  • Ross James
  • Cheney Lisa Parsons
Monro2:00
6."Bye Felicia"
  • Davis
  • Emile II
D'Mile2:38
Total length:16:53
Studying Abroad: Extended Stay track listing
No.TitleWriter(s)Producer(s)Length
7."Bliss Abroad" (featuring Sheléa)
  • Davis
  • Everett Romano
  • Jack Dine
  • Steve Octave
  • Steve Octave
  • Jack Dine
  • Heavy Mellow
3:11
8."Smith & Westin" (with TeaMarrr)
  • Davis
  • Darwin C. Quinn
  • Johnny Silva
  • Jonah Christian
  • Luke Crowder
  • Thamar Noel
  • C Gutta
  • Jonah Christian
  • Luke Crowder
3:38
9."Well Traveled"
  • Davis
  • Bailey Rial Goldberg
  • Cedric L. Mitchell II
  • Malik Toure Johnson
  • Michael Daniel Foster
2:46
10."Yebo/Sema"
  • Davis
  • Andron Francois Cross
  • Gabrielle Geertruid Stok
Izybeats3:48
11."Mystery Lady (TrapHouseJazz Remix)"
  • Davis
  • Asamoah
  • Gellaitry
  • Hunter
  • Toliver
  • Oshunrinde
  • Masego
  • Sam Gellaitry
  • WondaGurl
  • Kojo
3:42
Total length:34:11

References

  1. ^ "Masego continues 'Studying Abroad' as he strengthens J'can connections". Archived from the original on 2021-06-24. Retrieved 2021-06-23.
  2. ^ "Studying Abroad". AllMusic. Archived from the original on 2021-06-24. Retrieved 2021-06-23.
  3. ^ "Masego's Studying Abroad EP Out Today Via EQT Recordings And Capitol Records". Shore Fire. Archived from the original on 2021-06-24. Retrieved 2021-06-23.
  4. ^ "NEW ALBUM: MASEGO 'STUDYING ABROAD: EXTENDED STAY'". RapRadar. Archived from the original on 2021-06-24. Retrieved 2021-06-23.
  5. ^ "Masego Provides Song-By-Song Breakdown Of His New EP 'Studying Abroad'". BET. Archived from the original on 2021-06-24. Retrieved 2021-06-23.
  6. ^ Corry, Kristen. "Masego Wants to Be More Than A Sax-Wielding Ladies Man". Vice. Archived from the original on 2021-08-21. Retrieved 2021-06-23.
  7. ^ "Masego's "Passport" is an ode to wanderlust". The Fader. Archived from the original on 2021-06-24. Retrieved 2021-06-23.
  8. ^ "Masego joins forces with Shenseea for "Silver Tongue Devil"". Revolt. Archived from the original on 2021-06-24. Retrieved 2021-06-23.
  9. ^ "Masego and Don Toliver drop "Mystery Lady" video". Revolt. Archived from the original on 2021-07-16. Retrieved 2021-06-23.
  10. ^ Walder, Megan. "Masego - Studying Abroad". Clash. Archived from the original on 2021-05-12. Retrieved 2021-06-23.