№5 cover

№5

Marika Gombitová · 1984

37 min · 10 tracks · pop music

Melodic pop melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a vibrant soundscape that captures the essence of Slovak musical culture in the 1980s.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Prázdninové tričko Start here — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its catchy chorus and nostalgic themes, reflecting Gombitová's signature style.
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    Crazy — A standout track featuring an infectious melody that showcases Gombitová's vocal range and emotional delivery, resonating with listeners.
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    Zem menom láska — Closing the album on a contemplative note, this song encapsulates existential themes with poignant lyrics that linger long after it ends.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic journey throughout
  • vibrant energy for gatherings
  • nostalgic reflections on youth
  • engaging sing-alongs with friends

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer fast-paced, immediate gratification
  • dislike cohesive album experiences

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — This album solidified her status in Slovak music after earlier successes.
Themes
Slovak pop culture· 1980s nostalgia
Career context
Released as Marika Gombitová's fifth studio album, №5 marks a significant moment in her career following her rise to fame in the late 1970s and early 1980s. By this time, she had already established herself as a prominent figure in Slovak pop music, and this album further solidified her iconic status in the genre.

Tracklist

  • 1 Prázdninové tričko Start here 3:10
  • 2 Vernisáž 4:50
  • 3 Crazy 4:06
  • 4 Karneval horiacich bábik 4:17
  • 5 Moja planéta 3:53
  • 6 Monológ zhasnutej hviezdy 3:18
  • 7 Príbeh obrazovky 3:36
  • 8 Prekážky dní 3:18
  • 9 Korzo chlapčenských myšlienok 3:50
  • 10 Zem menom láska 3:27

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