In 2016, Nakai released her first EP, titled Bragga, and signed a new record deal with Family Tree Records.[1] Three years later, she explained that she wanted to create a personal album rather than repeating her earlier party songs.[2]
Artwork and title
The artwork used for the album was shot by Jiten Ramlal and designed by Jabu Nkosi.[3] The album cover features Nakai nude. On May 3, 2019, Nakai revealed the title and the release date of the album on Twitter.[4] Nakai has said that the title combines her name and the idea that her performances are so emotionally revealing that she seems "naked".[5]
Critical reception
Michael Highly of Dope Off The Press observed that Nakai "feels seasoned and much more confident throughout the album".[1]