Chlöe’s Trouble In Paradise Is A Heartfelt Tribute To Love

What happens when Chlöe goes on a vacation to a beautiful island? She creates one beautiful and heartfelt tribute to love in the form of a new album.

About a year has passed since Chlöe released her solo debut album, In Pieces. Since its release people have wondered what she’ll do next and if her follow-up album will be better than the first. The answer to that is, yes. Chlöe, on August 5, 2024, in a now edited Instagram post, announced the release of her second album by saying, “A storm is coming” and it’ll be coming August 9, 2024. The storm? Her second album, Trouble In Paradise. Before that day, we only had an announcement she gave during her Coachella set earlier in the year.

Trouble In Paradise is a sixteen-track album and features the notable songs ‘FYS’ and ‘Boy Bye’. Chlöe got in her bag with this and unleashed more than her singing and songwriting abilities, having executive produced the album. Here at The Honey POP, we thought we ‘Might As Well’ give you a review of the album. If you’re asking us for our ‘Favorite’ song that’s up for debate. First, read below to see what Chlöe had to say about her album, Trouble In Paradise.

“This project is truly about writing away my troubles in paradise. The water and the brewing storm symbolize my emotions and how it changes like the weather. I wanted this project to feel fun and even though there are ups and downs, it’s a fun wild ride like a summer fling: unpredictable, exciting, and new.”

Chlöe

‘All I Got (Free Falling)’

Don't trust my heart in your hands
But I'll let you hold my body

Chlöe begins her album with the ballad ‘All I Got (Free Falling)’. The song’s themes are heartbreak and vulnerability. On the track, she lays herself bare. She makes it clear how she feels towards her past lover. She sings the above lyrics, letting the person she was with know she doesn’t emotionally trust them and feels betrayed. Chlöe longs to get back what she had with the other person. We don’t know who’s at fault, but nothing is wrong with how she feels.

The other person causes her to sing about free-falling as well. Her actions suggest she may be uncertain and confused. Between the vocals, lyrics, and the smooth piano chords in the background, she understood the assignment. She started off the album as strong as one should. She put her heart and soul into this song, and it couldn’t help but make us wonder what the rest of Chlöe’s album would be like. Also, we would like to say that we’re proud of her!

A playlist about a love lost, exes, or phases of love would be perfectly suited for this song.

‘Might As Well’ ft. Ty Dolla $ign

I might as well
Oh, I tried, I might as well
Say goodbye, I might as well
Lovin' you is hard as hell

The second song on Chlöe’s album is ‘Might As Well’ featuring Ty Dolla $ign. The song’s themes include betrayal and infidelity. The song tells the story of a couple who have a strained and tainted relationship. Chlöe knows her man is cheating on her in the relationship and thinks that she ‘might as well’ embrace what’s happening to her relationship, even if that means giving him a taste of his own medicine.

Whereas Ty Dolla $ign is tired of the constant back-and-forth between them and is letting it be known that he’s okay with her doing what she feels is right. Both are emotionally exhausted, which shows through their raw and blunt vocals. We’d be emotionally exhausted, too. We’re 100% siding with Chlöe and think she should leave him.

This song is perfect for a playlist with themes of betrayal or cheating, late-night vibes, or laid-back moods.

‘Boy Bye’

Hate it when you call me, call me
Always sayin' sorry, sorry
You're so unavailable, I should've known

‘Boy Bye’ was the second single to be released as a promotional single for Chlöe’s new album. Track three themes involve self-empowerment and liberation. The song is an upbeat and catchy R&B-pop song with powerful vocals. Chlöe finds herself officially being over and done with the relationship her ex-lover and she had. She doesn’t shy away from being brutally honest by calling him out on his bullsh*t.

She’s been nothing but loyal while her ex has been unavailable emotionally. Sure, she loves him, but she knows she deserves better and wants better for herself. She’s ready to cut ties with him and lets him know by singing “boy bye.” We can’t say that we blame her! Can you? This song is a powerful anthem that reminds people to put their needs first instead of staying in a toxic relationship. You don’t need that toxic people in your life.

A playlist about moving on, self-empowerment, or a road trip would be perfectly suited for this song.

‘Redemption’

Don't think you the only one that spinnin' the block
So bad, I'ma be good if you're callin' or not
Bad timing what I'm on, don't believe me, just watch
I'm good, I'm good

This song might only be the shortest song on Chlöe’s Trouble In Paradise. Even so, we get something to talk about from her within less than a minute and thirty seconds. ‘Redemption’ is a dancehall track whose themes are forgiveness and growth. Chlöe lets it be known that she doesn’t care about giving an ounce of ‘redemption’, but if her ex plays his cards right and acts right, she might give him a chance. While she might be willing, she’s also not going to put in the effort if he’s not willing to try. That’s such a mood! There’s nothing wrong with playing an ex’s game by your own rules!

This is the perfect song for a playlist about growth, navigating challenges, taking control of situations, or healing.

‘Temporarily Single’

I don't think that we doin' nothin' wrong
'Cause for right now, I don't have a man
Temporarily, yeah, I'm single, babe

On the fifth track of the album, ‘Temporarily Single,’ Chlöe finds herself single. The song interpolates parts of Tyrese’s 1999 single ‘Lately’ throughout parts of the song and has a liberating, chill vibe. The themes explored in the song are freedom, singleness, infidelity, and playfulness. In the song, Chlöe finds herself ‘Temporarily Single’ as she’s not currently in a relationship but wants to have fun with someone she has her eyes set on. It can also be said that she’s not ruling out the possibility of getting into a new relationship.

Chlöe knows it’s something she shouldn’t be doing. However, she calls what the two have been doing reckless. She might be single, but the man she’s talking to has a girl. Does she care? Not for a second. She’s having fun. They’re enjoying one another’s company in ways they shouldn’t, but she’s enjoying it. She enjoys what they share and how he treats her better than her ex does. It might be wrong of her, but she’s not the only one at fault here. The guy needs to either leave her alone or tell his girlfriend and leave her because the girlfriend deserves better. We hope anyone reading this never has to deal with someone like him regardless of which side you’re on. If you do, run for the hills!

This is the perfect song for a playlist about being single, feeling free, or having independence.

‘Rose’

Man, f*ck them flowers, get my rose (Ooh, yeah)
I can get that on my own (Oh yeah)

Chlöe… We don’t know what to say about this song. Well, we do, but whew. And that’s not a bad thing! This wasn’t something we were expecting to hear. The song ‘Rose’ themes revolve around self-love, desire, independence, and empowerment. She’s unapologetic and candid with this one. She metaphorically rejects certain gestures through her reference to flowers and roses. She doesn’t care what someone else can do for her any longer, and the last thing on her mind is stereotypical romance. Now what matters to her is that she can entertain and enjoy her company. That includes giving herself what she wants and needs with the help of her rose. If you know, you know. She sings it, not us. We’re not mad at it, however! We love the confidence she possesses throughout the song. 

This is the perfect song for a playlist about self-love, confidence, intimacy, or independent women.

‘Favorite’ ft. Anderson .Paak

I don't wanna play favorites
You're the one I want the most
You just want me to say it
I don't wanna hold it in no more (No more)

We all (or most of us) have someone we have no problem playing favorites with. In this Chlöe and featuring Anderson .Paak track, ‘Favorite’, the vibes are there. The themes of the song are love and affection. The song is about them being ready for commitment with their partner. Chlöe finds herself with someone new. It’s serious how she’s willing to cross everyone who came before off her list because they no longer matter.

Whereas Anderson. Paak wants her to feel amazing and let it be known that his partner is the only one for her. He wants to do everything to let her know she’s wanted and needed. This includes getting rid of the options he had before she came along. The way they know what they want and aren’t trying to play games is everything. While this isn’t our ‘favorite’ song on the album, we love the vibes and energy. We also love the way Chlöe and Anderson .Paak’s voices blend well.

This is the perfect song for a playlist about love or commitment.

‘Same Lingerie’

But it's over, said it's over
I can never wear the same lingerie

Chlöe doesn’t shy away from getting in tune with her s*xual side on this album. The themes of the song are intimacy, seduction, and confidence. The lyrics find Chlöe post-breakup and reminiscing on memories flowing through her mind. She misses the intimate connection they used to share. That ship has sailed, and she knows it. We think that noting how she can’t wear the lingerie she once did is her way of saying there’s no turning back to what once was. If you ask us, she should throw it out. It might not help, but it’s a start, right?

This is the perfect song for a playlist about intimacy, yearning, or heartbreak.

‘Never Let You Go’ feat. YG Marley

I won't ever let you go that easy (I would never, no, I won't let you go)
I won't let you love me just to leave me (I won't let you go)

It shows how much Chlöe was inspired by a vacation to St. Lucia for this island with its use of Afrobeats. ‘Never Let You Go’ featuring YG Marley is one of the songs on the album that uses afrobeats. The song explores themes of love, commitment, and hope. Chlöe finds herself in a relationship with someone she’s deeply connected with. She notes how it can be hard to love someone. And while she knows this, she’s willing to let it happen as long as the other person doesn’t do her wrong. She intends to make her partner know, with YG Marley’s help, that she never wants to let them go.

If you’ve felt a deep connection in a relationship with someone special, there’s a strong possibility you’ll find this song relatable. If you haven’t, we hope you get to experience it one day but only if you want to. Chlöe isn’t afraid to experiment with different genres and do them justice, don’t you agree?

This is the perfect song for a playlist about love, the summer, or relationship goals.

‘Want Me’ with Halle

Why is it the ones we don't want that want us?
The harder I want you, the less you don't want me
I got one question, boy, why don't you want me?

Chlöe and Halle are back! At least for this song. We heard through the grapevine that a lot of people out there wanted a song with them together again (us included), and they made it happen! The themes of the song include unrequited love, vulnerability, and rejection. The song finds the sisters in a relationship with someone. At the beginning of the relationship, the guy was doing all the right things, such as being romantic and attentive. At some point, it changed, and he couldn’t care less anymore. 

While he’s not caring, there’s someone else who does. That someone isn’t on the radar, but he is doing all the right things—showing up and doing things the one they’re with is supposed to be doing. Chlöe and Halle don’t understand what went wrong, and they want answers. They deserve answers or some explanation. Will they get it? Who knows. What we do know is that Chlöe and Halle still have it. They still sound perfect when singing together. Remember how we said our favorite song is up for debate? While it is, this is one of our top three from Chlöe’s album.

This is the perfect song for a playlist about rejection or sisterly love.

‘Moments’

We all have moments and people we won’t forget, and it’s the same for Chlöe in ‘Moments.’ The themes explored in the song are love lost, moving forward, and healing. The song is about the moments she’s experienced with a lover. She’s taking a walk down memory lane, noting things that could be considered some of her favorite moments to remember.

In the beginning of the song, Chlöe makes one think that she’s talking about someone that she’s currently with. And it might be true at first. However, the second verse has Chlöe wondering what’s going on with her ex, letting listeners know that the two of them are no longer together. We don’t know why, but it’s also not important. What’s important is what we can learn from the song. What we can learn from the song is that it’s the little things that truly matter. Her ending the song with “Just like ashes in the wind” could indicate how she’s ready to finally move on from the past. That’s growth there.

This is the perfect song for a playlist about breakups, missing someone, and acceptance.

‘FYS’

F*ck your, your status, it don't matter (Don't matter)
Money, cars and the diamonds
Don't phase me, I been had it

Chlöe’s ‘FYS’ was released as the lead single for Trouble In Paradise. The song explores themes of rejecting materialism, success, and authenticity. In the song, she sings about not caring for certain things when it comes to a guy she’s seeing or in a relationship with, such as their money, what they can buy her, or their societal status. She wants someone to love and who can love her in all the right ways. She gives off the vibe throughout the lyrics that she wants him to stay genuine and honest.

We can agree with her on that. Who wouldn’t want to be with someone honest and true to themselves? Also, can we say relatable? Material things and the type of success aren’t important in any way, shape, or form. What truly matters (or one of the things) is a certain someone sticking by your side through the good, bad, and ugly.

This is the perfect song for a playlist about passion, love, or anti-materialism.

‘Nice Girls Finish Last’

I'ma keep you comin' back
Race to the finish line
Nice girls finish last 

We’re sure that everyone at some point in their lives has heard the saying, ‘nice girls finish last.’ In the thirteenth track of her album, Chlöe tapped into that saying, but from a different angle. The themes of the song include sexual empowerment, seduction, and confidence. Chlöe showcases an unapologetic boldness side to her. She talks the talk when it comes to how she thinks her s*x game is. Hey, she said it, not us!

Listening to this song, it’s evident she wants control over certain aspects of her life, and we don’t blame her. Our takeaway is that Chlöe would like to break and challenge norms and stereotypes that society has placed on women with the title of the song itself and the lyrics, “Is you ready for the best s*x you ever had?” We could be wrong, but what if we’re not? After all, songs can be interpreted in different ways.

This is the perfect song for a playlist about female empowerment, s*xual liberation, or confidence.

‘Strawberry Lemonade’

Sweet sensation
We can make some strawberry lemonade (Oh)
All day, all night

The title alone makes us think about having a cold glass of strawberry lemonade on a hot day. Sounds delicious, right? The song might not be entirely about strawberry lemonade, but it is refreshing. We had to put it out there. The song explores themes of s*xuality, confidence, and empowerment. She wants what happens between her and the guy she’s singing to, to be an experience similar to making strawberry lemonade. She’s assertive about what she wants and has a freaky side to her. All in all, she knows she’s different from others and wants the man she’s dealing with to know too. Chlöe oozes confidence and we can’t help but admire that about her.

This is the perfect song for a playlist about summer, late nights, intimacy, or flirtation.

‘Shake’ feat. Jeremih

You like it when it jiggle (Shake), make it wiggle
Give it to you, better make it sentimental

The fifteenth song is called ‘Shake’ and features R&B artist Jeremih. The song explores themes of a night out and sensuality. The song is repetitive during the chorus, but it’s also a catchy one. Chlöe and Jeremih are found having a night out, possibly at some club. The two of them are trying to live in the moment by flirting with one another and having a good time while they’re out. Chlöe suggests that the man she’s singing about has a girlfriend, while Jeremih is suggesting that the woman he’s singing about could be single, but he isn’t sure. 

Regardless of anything, the pair wants to have a good time and have some fun. Nothing more, and nothing less. It serves as a reminder to all to live in the moment and enjoy yourself when you can.

This is the perfect song for a playlist about the summer, flirting, nights out, and having fun.

‘Somebody’

We're all scared, we're all scared to be lonely
So come over, come over, we won't be
Need somebody, somebody to hold me

The final song on Chlöe’s album is ‘Somebody.’ The song explores themes of connection, loneliness, intimacy, and longing. Chlöe finds herself alone at night, thinking about someone while wanting someone in the presence of another person. She wonders if the person she’s thinking about might be someone who could be there for her physically.

We all have moments when we feel alone, making this song relatable for everyone. Chlöe makes it more relatable during the chorus by singing, “We’re all scared; we’re all scared to be lonely.” We love the atmospheric mood that she sets for the song. It captures the essence of what she’s singing about.

This is the perfect song for a playlist about feeling alone, vulnerable, or having a crush.

There you have it! We hope that you’ve enjoyed this album review of Trouble In Paradise. If there’s one more thing to say, it’s how we think Chlöe is slowly starting to find a sound that works for her. We love that for her. Have you listened to Chlöe’s new album yet? If so, what do you think?

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