Bulletproof Heart
Grace Jones · 1989
58 min · 12 tracks · contemporary R&B · new wave · soul
A vibrant fusion of pop, R&B, and new wave that showcases Grace Jones' distinctive vocal stylings and bold production choices.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long immersive listening sessions layered dense sonic textures
- Context
- Released in 1989, 'Bulletproof Heart' was Grace Jones' fifth studio album, following her critically acclaimed work on 'Inside Story' (1986). At this point in her career, she was transitioning further into mainstream pop while maintaining her avant-garde aesthetic. This album illustrates her continued evolution as an artist who defied genre boundaries.
- If you like
- contemporary R&B, new wave, soul
Bulletproof Heart is an album by Grace Jones, released in 1989. A vibrant fusion of pop, R&B, and new wave that showcases Grace Jones' distinctive vocal stylings and bold production choices. 'Bulletproof Heart' features the hit single 'Love on Top of Love,' which garnered significant radio play and contributed to Jones' resurgence in the late '80s. The album is noted for its experimental approach to pop music, influencing artists within the contemporary R&B and new wave scenes, and it received favorable reviews from critics for its bold sound and production. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Bulletproof Heart sound like?
A vibrant fusion of pop, R&B, and new wave that showcases Grace Jones' distinctive vocal stylings and bold production choices. Rooted in contemporary R&B and new wave.
What makes Bulletproof Heart by Grace Jones notable?
'Bulletproof Heart' features the hit single 'Love on Top of Love,' which garnered significant radio play and contributed to Jones' resurgence in the late '80s. The album is noted for its experimental approach to pop music, influencing artists within the contemporary R&B and new wave scenes, and it received favorable reviews from critics for its bold sound and production. Released in 1989, 'Bulletproof Heart' was Grace Jones' fifth studio album, following her critically acclaimed work on 'Inside Story' (1986). At this point in her career, she was transitioning further into mainstream pop while maintaining her avant-garde aesthetic. This album illustrates her continued evolution as an artist who defied genre boundaries.
Who is Bulletproof Heart for?
Bulletproof Heart works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long immersive listening sessions and layered dense sonic textures.
How many songs are on Bulletproof Heart?
Bulletproof Heart has 12 tracks, running approximately 58 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Driving Satisfaction Standout 5:57
- 2 Kicked Around 5:40
- 3 Love on Top of Love Standout 6:17
- 4 Paper Plan 3:57
- 5 Crack Attack 5:24
- 6 Bulletproof Heart Standout 4:10
- 7 On My Way 4:25
- 8 Dream 3:26
- 9 Seduction Surrender 4:59
- 10 Someone to Love 4:50
- 11 Don’t Cry Freedom 4:16
- 12 Amado mio 5:20
Release Date
January 1, 1989
Artist Origin
Jamaica
Runtime
58 min 45 sec
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