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5

Lenny Kravitz · 1998

75 min · 15 tracks · folk · hard rock · reggae

A vibrant fusion of rock, funk, and soul, radiating an infectious energy and rhythmic groove.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • vibrant rhythmic grooves
  • contemplative late-night vibes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on April 29, 1998, '5' marked Lenny Kravitz's fifth studio album during a phase of commercial success following his previous album 'Circus' in 1995. At this point in his career, Kravitz was solidifying his position as a genre-blurring artist who seamlessly integrated elements of rock, funk, and soul into his work.
Stylistic neighbors
Prince· Jimi Hendrix· Carlos Santana

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Live 5:10
  • 2 Supersoulfighter 4:58
  • 3 I Belong to You 4:17
  • 4 Black Velveteen 4:48
  • 5 If You Can’t Say No 5:17
  • 6 Thinking of You 6:24
  • 7 Take Time 4:31
  • 8 Fly Away 3:41
  • 9 It’s Your Life 5:02
  • 10 Straight Cold Player 4:19
  • 11 Little Girl’s Eyes 7:44
  • 12 You’re My Flavor 3:48
  • 13 Can We Find a Reason? 6:30
  • 14 American Woman 4:24
  • 15 Without You 4:46

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