Camila Cabello New Album ‘C, XOXO,’ Review: ‘This Is for the Girls…’

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The wait has been long, but we finally are able to listen to C, XOXO, perhaps the most anticipated album of Camila Cabello’s career, distinguishing itself as her boldest work. Since the artist radically changed her look, leaving behind her dark hair for a platinum mane, she has done nothing but surprise with each step forward, and now it’s time to fully delve into her new vision. Cabello previously revelad in a Rolling Stone interview that her new studio work ‘is for the girls and the gays.’

For this brilliant project, the Cuban-rooted artist has not only changed her physical appearance but also her influences, compositions, sound, and especially her way of thinking and seeing life. This new perspective is clearly reflected in the legacy of C, XOXO, her most experimental album to date, far from the typical pop we were used to. This new material invites us on a journey through various genres like hyperpop, afrobeat, and R&B, making Cabello’s offering much more mature.

With clear influences from artists like Charli XCX, Kim Petras, and Bebe Rexha, the former Fifth Harmony member has listened to and adapted to the demands of an increasingly discerning audience, while defining her new self in an exceptional way where she seems more comfortable and joyful than ever. It’s also worth noting that she isn’t alone, as she is accompanied by rappers like Drake, Lil Nas X, and BLP Kosher, adding an even more urban touch to the album.

The most empowered version of Camila Cabello is revealed in C, XOXO. A fresh, versatile, and empowered proposal was the push Camila Cabello needed to position herself as one of the great pop divas worldwide. ‘I LUV IT’ was just the prelude, ‘HE KNOWS’ confirmed her talent, and ‘Chanel No.5’ reminded us that Camila still believes in ballads. Now, the 14 songs of C, XOXO offer a clear statement of intent from start to finish, where sensuality, love, and empowerment lead the themes of this ambitious project.

Despite one of the main goals of this album being to show that Camila Cabello still holds an important place in the pop scene and aims high to become the queen of the dance floors, it is also surprising that the slow songs take center stage in this work. ‘Twentysomethings’ and ‘B.O.A.T’ contrast with the catchy ‘pretty when i cry’ and ‘DREAM-GIRLS.’

There is no doubt that Camila Cabello has skillfully used her strengths to create her most authentic album to date. Confidence, attitude, and courage have been the keys to moving brilliantly and naturally from one end of the pop spectrum to the other.