Are You Gonna Go My Way
Lenny Kravitz · 1993
17 min · 4 tracks · folk music
A vibrant fusion of rock, funk, and soul that radiates energy and invites listeners to revel in its anthemic hooks.
Top tracks — play these first
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Are You Gonna Go My Way — This title track showcases Kravitz's signature blend of rock and soul, capturing the essence of freedom and adventure that defines the album.
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It Ain't Over 'til It's Over — This soulful ballad highlights Kravitz's vocal range and emotional depth, becoming one of his most commercially successful songs.
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Always on the Run — Featuring a driving beat and infectious guitar riffs, this track reflects Kravitz's ability to merge rock with funk elements seamlessly.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends energetic rock with soulful introspection, showcasing strong songwriting and production.
What we noticed
- The title track opens the album with a driving rhythm and anthemic chorus, setting a high-energy tone that persists through the first half.
- Several tracks feature prominent guitar riffs and layered vocal harmonies, creating a rich, textured sound.
- The album includes moments of introspection, particularly in slower songs like 'Heaven Help' and 'Is There Any Love in Your Heart', which contrast with the more upbeat tracks.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album solidified Kravitz's reputation with its hit title track and broad appeal.
- Themes
- freedom road trips· soulful rebellion· funk-infused anthems
- Career context
- Released on February 22, 1993, this album marked Lenny Kravitz's third studio effort, following his breakthrough debut 'Let Love Rule' in 1989. By this time, Kravitz had established himself as a prominent figure in the rock scene, combining various genres while achieving commercial success.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Prince· Jimi Hendrix· Carlos Santana
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Are You Gonna Go My Way 3:33
- 2 It Ain't Over 'til It's Over 4:03
- 3 Always on the Run 3:54
- 4 Let Love Rule 5:43
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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