Nothing Even Matters‘ is an emotional mix of Lauryn Hill & D’Angelo. This song was released in 1998 as part of Hill’s popular album ‘The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill’. It is a neo soul ballad, which contains both light instrumentation and deep lyrical content that reflects on the concept of love.
Synopsis
Hill and D’Angelo’s “Nothing Even Matters” follows as an extension of their deep emotional bond where affection dominated all external conditions. As the verses illustrate, interdependence, the need to be together is sufficient irrespective of all external factors as love conquers everything.
Awards & Wins
Although it was not published as a single, “Nothing Even Matters” helped in the achievements of multiple praise of the The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill, which received a number of overall recognition particularly five Grammy Awards. The song in question was up for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal at the 41st Annual Grammy Awards in 1999.
Cast & Crew
- Artists: Lauryn Hill and D’Angelo deliver soulful and emotive performances, showcasing their vocal chemistry.
- Production: Lauryn Hill took on the roles of writer, arranger, and producer for the track, demonstrating her multifaceted talent.
- Instrumentation: The song features contributions from musicians such as Al Anderson on guitar, Tom Barney on bass, and Loris Holland on electric piano, Hammond B-3, Rhodes, and Wurlitzer, creating a rich, layered sound.
IMDb Ratings
Nothing Even Matters is a song that isn’t rated in the IMDb. Reversing this, The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill is one of the great chants in history. The general reception of the album courtesy of its production quality, lyrical composition, and contextual symbolism development was all positive.
Personal Insights
As the title suggests, ‘Nothing Even Matters’ is a classic example of a music piece with minimal complexity. The textures are so bare that you focus on the vocals and the lyrics. Everything in the song feels close to you. The connection between Hill and D’Angelo easily works as they sing in unison.
Cultural Significance
This song has that characteristic of the neo soul scene that emerged in the late 90’s since it blends the old soul sound with new wave R&B elements, inspiring many artists of that generation. Love and emotional vulnerability are evident in this song making it one of the most played songs in wedding ceremonies and on romantic occasions. This song continues to maintain its presence in popular culture and Its influence on contemporary R & B artists remains active.