Art Official Age
Prince · 2014
53 min · 13 tracks · contemporary R&B
A vibrant fusion of funk, R&B, and electronic textures that showcases Prince's enduring creativity and playful lyrical wit.
Top tracks — play these first
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Art Official Cage Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Clouds — This track features a dreamy, ethereal quality that highlights Prince's lyrical exploration of love and longing amidst lush production.
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This Could Be Us — With its catchy chorus and reflective lyrics, this song captures the essence of romantic yearning while blending contemporary sounds with classic Prince flair.
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Funknroll — An upbeat anthem that showcases Prince's knack for merging infectious grooves with playful lyrics, embodying the album's vibrant energy.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful grooves for dance parties
- introspective moments for reflection
- varied pacing keeps engagement high
- cathartic energy in full tracks
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward, single tracks
- seek immediate gratification
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows Prince's continued creativity and relevance in his later years.
- Themes
- Minneapolis sound revival· romantic connection· modern funk celebration
- Career context
- When 'Art Official Age' was released in 2014, Prince was re-establishing his presence after years of fluctuating commercial success and a brief hiatus from original music. This album followed his return to Warner Bros. and marked a significant moment in his career as he embraced a contemporary sound while still honoring his musical roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Michael Jackson· Stevie Wonder· Earth, Wind & Fire
Tracklist
- 1 Art Official Cage Start here 3:42
- 2 Clouds 4:34
- 3 Breakdown 4:04
- 4 The Gold Standard 5:53
- 5 U Know 3:57
- 6 Breakfast Can Wait 3:55
- 7 This Could Be Us 5:12
- 8 What It Feels Like 3:54
- 9 Affirmation I & II 0:40
- 10 Way Back Home 3:05
- 11 Funknroll 4:08
- 12 Time 6:50
- 13 Affirmation III 3:28
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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