Circus cover

Circus

Lenny Kravitz · 1995

51 min · 11 tracks · folk · hard rock · reggae

A vibrant fusion of rock and funk, intertwined with introspective lyrics and a sense of rhythmic groove.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo groove
  • introspective lyrics for reflection
  • vibrant energy for social settings
  • rhythmic flow for dancing
  • satisfying journey through themes

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy fast tracks
  • prefer standalone singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on September 12, 1995, 'Circus' was Lenny Kravitz's fourth studio album, arriving after the commercial success of 'Let Love Rule' and 'Are You Gonna Go My Way?' This album marked a period of artistic exploration for Kravitz as he sought to blend diverse influences while navigating the pressures of fame following his earlier hits.
Stylistic neighbors
Prince· Jimi Hendrix· Carlos Santana

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Rock and Roll Is Dead 3:24
  • 2 Circus 4:48
  • 3 Beyond the 7th Sky 4:54
  • 4 Tunnel Vision 4:19
  • 5 Can’t Get You Off My Mind 4:33
  • 6 Magdalene 3:48
  • 7 God Is Love 4:26
  • 8 Thin Ice 5:33
  • 9 Don’t Go and Put a Bullet in Your Head 4:22
  • 10 In My Life Today 6:29
  • 11 The Resurrection 4:28

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