Released 20 years ago
Fury
Prince · 2006
9 min · 2 tracks · contemporary R&B
A pulsating blend of funk and R&B, driven by infectious grooves and Prince's signature vocal flair.
Top tracks — play these first
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Fury — The title track encapsulates the album's vibrant energy and showcases Prince’s dynamic vocal delivery over a driving funk beat. Its themes of passion and intensity resonate throughout the record.
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Te amo corazón / Fury (Brit Awards 2006) — This live performance merges a romantic ballad with an electrifying rendition of 'Fury', highlighting Prince's ability to captivate an audience while seamlessly blending genres. It serves as a testament to his artistry in a live setting.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Fury blends funk and R&B effectively but lacks depth for lasting engagement.
What we noticed
- The title track 'Fury' features a driving bassline and layered percussion that create an infectious groove throughout its duration.
- Both tracks maintain a consistent mid-tempo pace, with the first track emphasizing rhythmic complexity and vocal improvisation.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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4/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. 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.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Re-established Prince's presence globally after a prolific period in the 2000s.
- Themes
- emotional intensity· Minneapolis sound· live performance energy
- Career context
- Released in 2006, Fury marked a phase of renewed creative output for Prince after his successful comeback in the 2000s with Musicology. This album was part of a prolific period that included multiple releases, showcasing Prince's versatility and dedication to his craft in an era where mainstream recognition was fluctuating.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Michael Jackson· Stevie Wonder· Earth, Wind & Fire
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Fury 4:05
- 2 Te amo corazón / Fury (Brit Awards 2006) 5:29
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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