Art Official Age cover

Art Official Age

Prince · 2014

53 min · 13 tracks · contemporary R&B · funk · jazz

An eclectic fusion of funk, R&B, and pop, infused with Prince's trademark innovation and lyrical introspection.

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 want

  • prefer straightforward, single tracks
  • seek immediate gratification

Where this album fits

Themes
Minneapolis sound revival· romantic connection· modern funk celebration
Career context
Released on September 26, 2014, 'Art Official Age' marked Prince's first album since his brief hiatus from music. This album came after a period of exploring new sounds in the late 2000s and was part of his return to the mainstream after years of independent releases. It showcased his ability to blend contemporary production techniques with his classic Minneapolis sound.
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Tracklist

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

  • 1 Art Official Cage 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

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