: Heartache, self-empowerment, and relationship accountability New Music: Kandi - Leave U (Produced by Jazze Pha)
“Kandi is an excellent songwriter and a sweet person... [she] is the only one [from RHOA] who can sing!” www.essence.com · 5 years ago Kandi - Leave U
: Kandi described the song as a record for anyone who feels it's time to "take that walk" when a relationship loses its original spark. Critical and Community Reception Produced by , the track marks Kandi's return
"Leave U" by Kandi Burruss is a soulful R&B anthem that serves as the lead single from her 2010 sophomore album, Kandi Koated . Produced by , the track marks Kandi's return to her vocal roots, blending the "old-school R&B vibe" of her Xscape days with modern, relatable storytelling. Musical Performance and Composition Kandi Koated .
The song is praised for its and raw emotional honesty, tackling the common relationship struggle where a partner stops putting in the effort they did during the "honeymoon phase".