Breakfast Can Wait
Prince · 2013
17 min · 5 tracks · contemporary R&B
A playful blend of funk and R&B grooves that showcases Prince's signature style and whimsical lyricism.
Top tracks — play these first
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Breakfast Can Wait Start here — The title track exemplifies the album's playful spirit with its catchy chorus and funky instrumentation, setting the tone for the entire project.
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Breakfast Can Wait (Grits’n’Gravy) — This variation adds layers of complexity with its soulful vocal delivery and rich instrumental arrangement, showcasing Prince's prowess as a composer.
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Breakfast Can Wait (Honey) — With smooth melodies and romantic undertones, this track highlights Prince's ability to blend sensuality with catchy hooks, making it an essential listen.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album creatively reinterprets a single theme through varied arrangements, showcasing Prince's playful style.
What we noticed
- The title track is presented in four variations, each with a distinct arrangement and instrumentation, creating a thematic exploration of the same core idea.
- Each version of 'Breakfast Can Wait' features different grooves and tempos, ranging from laid-back funk to more upbeat R&B styles.
- The lyrics playfully engage with the concept of prioritizing personal enjoyment over routine, which is consistent across all versions.
- 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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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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9/10
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful grooves for morning energy
- quick bursts of joyful fun
- short tracks for casual listening
- lighthearted vibes for brunch
Maybe skip if you
- seeking lengthy immersive experiences
- prefer serious, somber themes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Features a unique approach to song structure and unconventional release methods.
- Themes
- Minneapolis funk revival· romantic storytelling· playful sensuality
- Career context
- Released in 2013, Breakfast Can Wait marks a period of artistic independence for Prince following his departure from Warner Bros. Records. This album features a unique approach to structuring songs around variations of the title track, illustrating his continued innovation in sound and composition.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Michael Jackson· Stevie Wonder· Earth, Wind & Fire
Tracklist
- 1 Breakfast Can Wait Start here 3:55
- 2 Breakfast Can Wait (Grits’n’Gravy) 3:29
- 3 Breakfast Can Wait (Espresso) 3:33
- 4 Breakfast Can Wait (Honey) 3:38
- 5 Breakfast Can Wait (Buttermilk) 2:47
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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