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Based on the text provided, here is a summary of the Wikipedia article content regarding the album **"Awaken, My Love!"** by **Childish Gambino** (Donald Glover).
### **Album Overview**
* **Artist:** Childish Gambino
* **Release Date:** December 2016
* **Label:** Glassnote Records
* **Producer:** Ludwig Göransson (noted in credits)
* **Genre:** Funk, Soul, R&B, Prog-Funk
* **Inspiration:** The album is noted to be inspired by **Funkadelic** (according to a 2016 interview cited).
### **Critical Reception & Reviews**
The album received high praise from major publications upon release in late 2016:
* **Pitchfork:** Praised as a significant funk opus.
* **Rolling Stone:** Noted for exploring the limits of hip-hop and funk.
* **The Guardian:** Described as a "prog-tinged freak-funk opus."
* **The New York Times:** Noted for sounding like the 1970s.
* **Robert Christgau:** Included a retrospective review in "Xgau Sez" (August 2018).
* **Grammy Awards:** Mentioned in a 2018 winners list, indicating recognition.
* **Clash Magazine:** Included in their Albums of the Year 2016 list.
### **Chart Performance**
* **Billboard 200:** Did not debut at #1 in its release week; "The Hamilton Mixtape" debuted at #1 in that specific week.
* **Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Albums:** Debuted at **No. 1**.
* **International Charts:** Achieved top positions in Australia, Canada, UK, France, and others during its release period (late 2016).
* **Certifications:** Certified by RIAA (US), Music Canada (Canada), IFPI Danmark, and SNEP (France).
### **Notable Tracks & Singles**
* **"Redbone"** (Released November 17, 2016)
* **"Me and Your Mama"** (Released November 10, 2016)
* **"Awaken, My Love!"** (Title track)
* **"Terrified"**
* **"Time"**
* **"Psilocybae (Millennial Love)"**
* **"This Is America"** (Listed as a single in the discography, released later in 2018)
* **Pharos App:** Donald Glover released VR concert footage via a dedicated app (Pharos) associated with the tour.
### **Visual & Behind-the-Scenes Context**
* **Cover Art:** The album art is discussed in the context of the album design, with notes on the "PHAROS Earth App" and VR footage.
* **Controversy:** In December 2023, there were accusations (reported by *HotNewHipHop*) that Childish Gambino did not pay the team responsible for the album cover.
* **Headpiece:** The video "7/11" and "This Is America" featured a crown/headpiece; there is a reference to the creator of Beyoncé's crown from the "7/11" video in the citation list.
### **Reception Summary**
The album marked a departure from Glover's previous rap-focused output toward funk and soul. It is frequently cited as an "unimpeachable funk" (The Observer) and a "deeper, wider groove" (The Irish Times). It solidified Donald Glover's status as a multifaceted artist beyond just rap, leading to accolades like "Man of the Year" by Florida Flambeau.
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