Cream
Prince · 1991
38 min · 9 tracks · contemporary R&B
A sultry blend of funk and R&B, rich with layered grooves and Prince's signature playful lyricism.
Top tracks — play these first
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Cream (album version) Start here — As the lead single, this track encapsulates the album’s essence with its infectious groove and seductive lyrics, showcasing Prince's mastery of merging funk and pop.
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Things Have Gotta Change (Tony M. rap) — This track features a powerful rap interlude that addresses social issues, demonstrating Prince's willingness to incorporate diverse voices and perspectives into his work.
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Do Your Dance (KC’s remix) — The remix breathes new life into the original track with energetic beats, highlighting the album's danceable spirit and Prince's ability to reimagine his own music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe single showcases strong grooves and varied mixes, reflecting Prince's innovative approach while maintaining a cohesive sound.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate spoken word elements and rap verses, adding variety to the overall sound and structure of the single.
- The inclusion of multiple remixes and instrumental versions emphasizes the song's adaptability across different styles.
- 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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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- irresistible dancefloor allure
- playful grooves for celebration
- sultry rhythms for late nights
- tight, energetic listening experience
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, introspective albums
- seek straightforward, minimalistic sounds
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — 'Cream' solidified Prince's status with its chart-topping success and innovative sound.
- Themes
- Minneapolis sound· dancefloor allure· early '90s evolution
- Career context
- Released on September 9, 1991, 'Cream' marked Prince's continued evolution in the music scene after his 1988 album 'Lovesexy'. At this point in his career, he was transitioning from the commercial success of the late '80s into a period of more experimental sounds while still maintaining mainstream appeal.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Michael Jackson· Stevie Wonder· Earth, Wind & Fire
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Cream (album version)
The chorus shifts from a confident declaration to an intimate plea for connection.
This juxtaposition between self-assuredness and vulnerability reveals the complexities of desire that permeate the album.
Tracklist
- 1 Cream (album version) Start here 4:45
- 2 Cream (N.P.G. mix) 5:44
- 3 Things Have Gotta Change (Tony M. rap) 3:57
- 4 2 the Wire (Creamy Instrumental) 3:14
- 5 Get Some Solo 1:31
- 6 Do Your Dance (KC’s remix) 5:59
- 7 Housebangers 4:23
- 8 Q in Doubt (instrumental) 4:00
- 9 Ethereal Mix 4:44
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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