Gratitude
Earth, Wind & Fire · 1975
72 min · 17 tracks · funk · R&B
A vibrant fusion of funk and R&B that celebrates love, life, and community through lush arrangements and spirited vocals.
Why this album works
- Best for
- celebratory atmosphere for gatherings dynamic journey with emotional peaks soulful moments that invite dancing
- Context
- Released on November 11, 1975, 'Gratitude' is Earth, Wind & Fire's fourth studio album and follows their transformative period marked by their hit 'Shining Star'. At this point, the band was solidifying their reputation as a leading force in the funk genre, embracing a more expansive sound that incorporated jazz elements alongside their signature rhythm and blues.
- If you like
- funk, R&B
Gratitude is an album by Earth, Wind & Fire, released in 1975. A vibrant fusion of funk and R&B that celebrates love, life, and community through lush arrangements and spirited vocals. 'Gratitude' debuted at number one on the Billboard Soul Albums chart, showcasing Earth, Wind & Fire's commercial success. The album is particularly noteworthy for its live tracks that captured the energy of their performances and has since influenced countless funk and R&B artists who followed. It also features the beloved track 'Reasons', which has remained a staple in their repertoire. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Gratitude sound like?
A vibrant fusion of funk and R&B that celebrates love, life, and community through lush arrangements and spirited vocals. Rooted in funk and R&B.
What makes Gratitude by Earth, Wind & Fire notable?
'Gratitude' debuted at number one on the Billboard Soul Albums chart, showcasing Earth, Wind & Fire's commercial success. The album is particularly noteworthy for its live tracks that captured the energy of their performances and has since influenced countless funk and R&B artists who followed. It also features the beloved track 'Reasons', which has remained a staple in their repertoire. Released on November 11, 1975, 'Gratitude' is Earth, Wind & Fire's fourth studio album and follows their transformative period marked by their hit 'Shining Star'. At this point, the band was solidifying their reputation as a leading force in the funk genre, embracing a more expansive sound that incorporated jazz elements alongside their signature rhythm and blues.
Who is Gratitude for?
Gratitude works well if you're into celebratory atmosphere for gatherings, dynamic journey with emotional peaks and soulful moments that invite dancing.
How many songs are on Gratitude?
Gratitude has 17 tracks, running approximately 72 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Introduction by MC Perry Jones 0:22
- 2 Africano / Power Standout 5:56
- 3 Yearnin' Learnin' 4:16
- 4 Devotion 5:07
- 5 Sun Goddess 7:42
- 6 Reasons Standout 8:23
- 7 Sing a Message to You 1:19
- 8 Shining Star Standout 4:56
- 9 New World Symphony 9:29
- 10 Interlude # 1 0:15
- 11 Sunshine 4:17
- 12 Sing a Song 3:24
- 13 Gratitude 3:28
- 14 Celebrate 3:06
- 15 Interlude # 2 0:27
- 16 Can't Hide Love 4:10
- 17 Live Bonus Medley: Serpentine Fire / Saturday Nite / Can't Hide Love / Reasons 6:14
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