Persona

Persona marks a significant maturation for Belgian singer-songwriter Selah Sue, arriving seven years after her previous studio effort. The album is a conceptual deep-dive into the 'Internal Family Systems' therapy model, with each track representing a different facet of her personality - the critic, the lover, the protector, and the addict. Produced largely by Matt Parad, the record shifts away from the more overt reggae-pop of her debut toward a more sophisticated, synth-heavy neo-soul and contemporary R&B sound. Critically, the album was praised for its unflinching honesty regarding Sue's long-term struggle with depression and her use of antidepressants, particularly on the standout track 'Pills.' It stands as a centerpiece in her discography, synthesizing her signature vocal grit with a more experimental, art-pop approach to song structure and thematic cohesion.