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Meghan Trainor

Treat Myself is the third major-label studio album by American singer-songwriter Meghan Trainor (pictured). Epic Records released it on January 31, 2020, after delaying it for over a year while Trainor wrote more songs. She worked with producers including Mike Sabath and Tyler Johnson, and featured artists including Nicki Minaj and the Pussycat Dolls. The album is a pop, doo-wop, funk, and R&B album, with themes such as female duality, body image, self-esteem issues, and relationships. Trainor promoted it with public appearances and televised performances. Treat Myself includes the singles "No Excuses", "Wave", and "Nice to Meet Ya". Some reviewers thought the album effectively showcased Trainor's artistic range; others criticized its production choices and lyrical themes. It debuted at number 25 on the US Billboard 200 and peaked within the top 40 in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Scotland, Spain, and Switzerland. (This article is part of a featured topic: Meghan Trainor albums.)

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Photograph credit: Charles J. Sharp

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