Chlöe drops second album ‘Trouble in Paradise’

The album features her sister Halle Bailey, along with Anderson .Paak, Ty Dolla $ign, Jeremih, and YG Marley.

Chlöe has unveiled her much-anticipated sophomore album, Trouble in Paradise, under Parkwood Entertainment/Columbia Records.

The 16-track album is a follow-up to her debut, In Pieces, and features collaborations with artists like her sister Halle Bailey, Anderson .Paak, Ty Dolla $ign, Jeremih, and YG Marley.

Ahead of the release, Chlöe shared her thoughts on the album, describing it as “songs from my diary, inspired by my favorite island.” The album was recorded in St. Lucia and offers an introspective look into Chlöe’s life. 

The project opens with Chlöe navigating a troubled relationship, and the track “Might As Well,” featuring Ty Dolla $ign, showcases her contemplation of mirroring her partner’s unfaithfulness. “I should’ve gone, both ways / we could text a new chick every day / What you on, yea I’m on, mmm / We had to plans to blow up all these blue faces / But on the weekend you were sneaking behind my back,” Chlöe sings.

Ty Dolla $ign’s contribution to the track includes lyrics from the perspective of her partner, who feels the relationship is beyond repair. 

“You might as well do you / Ye been going through it, this ain’t nothing new / We both tired of trying, we just end up fighting / Going back and forth,” he sings.

The album also features a mix of upbeat tracks, including “Shake” and “Strawberry Lemonade,” along with introspective pieces such as “Rose,” where Chlöe sings about self-love: “Man fk them flowers, get my rose / I can get there on my own / Fk them flowers, charge my rose / I be coming all alone.”

The collaboration with her sister Halle Bailey on “Want Me” addresses the intriguing question of why people often desire those who are not interested in them. The album's standout track, “Favorite,” with Anderson .Paak, delivers a funky dance groove that emphasizes Chlöe and .Paak’s commitment to their love interests. 

“I don’t wanna play favorites / You’re the one I want the most / You just want me to say it,” they sing in the chorus.