Hannah Stokes - Right Where I Belong (2025) [Hi-Res]

Folk-soul singer-songwriter Hannah Stokes' debut album, Right Where I Belong, explores the themes of finding one's place in the world, doubt, love, and strength, while validating the artist's identity. The album opens with "Waste Time," establishing a relaxed jazz lounge atmosphere, and includes the endearing love song "Right Where I Belong," where Stokes expresses feeling "right where she belongs" when she is with her person. A cover of Aretha Franklin's "I Say a Little Prayer" is also featured. Midway through the album, Stokes tackles more vulnerable and pensive themes in "Glory" and "Landscapes," and reflects on a relationship in "We Two." The track "Within the Year" stands out as a live recording where the artist grapples with an unsuccessful romance. In the latter part of the album, Stokes shows devotion in "What I'll Do (When You’re Up)" and expresses "mulled feminine rage" about the complexities of womanhood in "Crazy Woman." The album concludes with a bluesy and folksy spin on the classic hit from The Sound of Music, "My Favorite Things." Overall, Right Where I Belong maintains a calm, laid-back vibe, blending folk, soul, and blues elements, and serves as a reminder to listeners that they are right where they belong.



Tracklist:
1-1 Hannah Stokes - Waste Time [4:06]
1-2 Hannah Stokes - Right Where I Belong [3:20]
1-3 Hannah Stokes - I Say A Little Prayer [3:29]
1-4 Hannah Stokes - Glory [3:31]
1-5 Hannah Stokes - Landscapes [4:42]
1-6 Hannah Stokes - We Two [2:55]
1-7 Hannah Stokes - Within the Year (Live at Will's Pub) [4:01]
1-8 Hannah Stokes - What I'll Do (When You're Up) [4:08]
1-9 Hannah Stokes - Crazy Woman [2:55]
1-10 Hannah Stokes - My Favorite Things [2:39]