Ivory
Teena Marie · 1990
69 min · 13 tracks · funk · hip-hop · jazz
A soulful blend of funk and R&B, layered with Teena Marie's signature emotive vocals and intricate arrangements.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with dynamic peaks
- emotive vocals for reflective moments
- for soulful evening gatherings
- engaging storytelling through varied tracks
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid lengthy, immersive experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1990, 'Ivory' was Teena Marie's sixth studio album, coming after her critically acclaimed album 'Starchild' (1984). At this point in her career, she had established herself as a distinctive voice in R&B, known for her ability to merge various genres including funk and jazz. 'Ivory' further showcased her maturation as an artist and songwriter.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chaka Khan· Prince· Sade
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Here's Looking at You 6:13
- 2 The Sugar Shack Prelude 1:05
- 3 The Sugar Shack 5:47
- 4 If I Were a Bell 6:40
- 5 Just Us Two 6:07
- 6 Mr. Icecream 6:05
- 7 Ivory (Atone Poem) 1:21
- 8 Snap Your Fingers 5:07
- 9 Cupid Is a Real Straight Shooter 5:45
- 10 How Can You Resist It 5:28
- 11 Since Day One 6:43
- 12 Miracles Need Wings to Fly 5:11
- 13 The Red Zone 8:01
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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