A Is for Allah
Cat Stevens · 2000
101 min · 48 tracks · traditional folk music · Islamic music
A meditative exploration of Islamic faith expressed through gentle melodies and spiritual reflections.
Why this album works
- Best for
- meditative exploration of spirituality gentle melodies for reflection dynamic thematic wave-like pacing
- Context
- Released in 2000, 'A Is for Allah' marked Cat Stevens' return to music after a long hiatus following his conversion to Islam in the late 1970s. This album came nearly three decades after his last pop album, positioning it as a significant work that reflects his deep spiritual journey and commitment to sharing Islamic teachings.
- If you like
- traditional folk music, Islamic music
A Is for Allah is an album by Cat Stevens, released in 2000. A meditative exploration of Islamic faith expressed through gentle melodies and spiritual reflections. This album is notable for its unique blend of Islamic themes with contemporary music, contributing to the visibility of Islamic culture in Western music. It has been received positively within the Muslim community and among fans of world music, often cited for its role in bridging cultural gaps. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does A Is for Allah sound like?
A meditative exploration of Islamic faith expressed through gentle melodies and spiritual reflections. Rooted in traditional folk music and Islamic music.
What makes A Is for Allah by Cat Stevens notable?
This album is notable for its unique blend of Islamic themes with contemporary music, contributing to the visibility of Islamic culture in Western music. It has been received positively within the Muslim community and among fans of world music, often cited for its role in bridging cultural gaps. Released in 2000, 'A Is for Allah' marked Cat Stevens' return to music after a long hiatus following his conversion to Islam in the late 1970s. This album came nearly three decades after his last pop album, positioning it as a significant work that reflects his deep spiritual journey and commitment to sharing Islamic teachings.
Who is A Is for Allah for?
A Is for Allah works well if you're into meditative exploration of spirituality, gentle melodies for reflection and dynamic thematic wave-like pacing.
How many songs are on A Is for Allah?
A Is for Allah has 48 tracks, running approximately 101 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 Introduction 1:15
- 2 A: Allah Standout 1:11
- 3 Ayat Al-Kursi 2:47
- 4 Say He Is Allah Standout 1:29
- 5 B: Bismillah 1:08
- 6 Bismillah (Song) Zain Bikha 1:13
- 7 T: Taqwa 1:13
- 8 Th: Thawab 1:53
- 9 J: Jannah 1:36
- 10 Surah Al-Kahf 1:07
- 11 H: Hajj 3:42
- 12 Kh: Khatam 1:56
- 13 D: Deen 1:55
- 14 Our Guide Is the Qur'an 1:25
- 15 Dh: Dhikr 1:27
- 16 R: Ramadan 3:16
- 17 Z: Zakah 1:52
- 18 Surat At-Tawbah 1:15
- 19 S: Salam 1:29
- 20 Salam, Salam 3:39
- 21 Sh: Shams 2:25
- 22 Surah Al-An'am 0:31
- 23 S: Salah 4:27
- 24 D: Duha 1:20
- 25 Surah Ad-Duha 2:11
- 26 T: Tareeq 2:14
Disc 2
- 1 Turn to Allah 0:50
- 2 Z: Zill 2:10
- 3 I: Ilm 3:03
- 4 Gh: Ghayb 2:28
- 5 F: Fatihah 0:25
- 6 Surah Al-Fatihah 2:39
- 7 Q: Qur'an 1:14
- 8 Surah Al-Qadr 2:44
- 9 Qur'anu Robbee 1:35
- 10 K: Kalimah 2:08
- 11 L: La Ilaha Illa-Allah 3:19
- 12 M: Muhammad Rasul-Allah 2:47
- 13 Seal of the Prophet 3:53
- 14 N: Nawm 1:51
- 15 Surah Al-Sajdah 1:01
- 16 H: Hijrah 3:27
- 17 W: Wudu 1:20
- 18 Surah Al-Muddaththir 1:13
- 19 Y: Yawm Ad-Deen 2:16
- 20 Surah Al-Infitar 4:05
- 21 A Is for Allah Standout 4:57
- 22 Last Word 1:21
Release Date
January 1, 2000
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
101 min 3 sec
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