Graffiti Bridge
Prince · 1989
68 min · 17 tracks · contemporary R&B · funk · jazz
A vibrant fusion of funk, pop, and R&B that channels a spiritual and musical awakening.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- uplifting grooves for celebration
- spiritual themes with vibrant energy
- danceable rhythms for gatherings
- playful experimentation and variety
- reflective moments amid upbeat tracks
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking minimalistic soundscapes
- prefer straightforward, linear albums
Where this album fits
- Themes
- Minneapolis sound revolution· spiritual awakening· social change anthems
- Career context
- Released in 1989, 'Graffiti Bridge' was Prince's follow-up to the commercially successful 'Batman' soundtrack. At this point in his career, he was exploring new creative directions while also facing tension with his label, Warner Bros., over artistic control. The album served as a soundtrack to the film of the same name, further integrating his cinematic and musical visions.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Michael Jackson· Stevie Wonder· Earth, Wind & Fire
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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There's a Riot Goin' On by Sly and the Family Stone — Explores social change themes with a blend of funk, soul, and introspective lyrics reflecting personal and societal struggles.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Can't Stop This Feeling I Got 4:25
- 2 New Power Generation 3:39
- 3 Release It 3:54
- 4 The Question of U 3:59
- 5 Elephants & Flowers 3:54
- 6 Round and Round 3:55
- 7 We Can Funk 5:28
- 8 Joy in Repetition 4:53
- 9 Love Machine 3:34
- 10 Tick, Tick, Bang 3:31
- 11 Shake! 4:01
- 12 Thieves in the Temple 3:19
- 13 The Latest Fashion 4:02
- 14 Melody Cool 3:39
- 15 Still Would Stand All Time 5:23
- 16 Graffiti Bridge 3:51
- 17 New Power Generation, Part II 2:57
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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