I remember hearing Estelle a few years back on some UK Grime compilations and really liked her flow. Because I knew her as a grimey rapper I was really surprised to hear her new sound and see her new look. Her new album, Shine, released this past Tuesday and features Estelle doing a bit more singing than she did on her debut album. She also worked with some interesting people on her new album including Kanye West, John Legend, Cee-Lo and Kardinal Offishall, Mark Ronson, Swizz Beatz, Wyclef Jean, and will.i.am. Her new album features a more grown & sexy Estelle, one that sounds confident in her new sound. You can purchase the album in stores or here.

The Old Estelle:

The New Estelle:

Tags: Cee-Lo and Kardinal Offishall, estelle, grime, John Legend, Kanye West, Mark Ronson, r&b, Rap, shine, Swizz Beatz, will.i.am, Wyclef Jean

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