Jungle Fever
Stevie Wonder · 1991
51 min · 11 tracks · funk · jazz · R&B
A vibrant mix of funk and soul that captures the essence of love and social commentary.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- vibrant grooves for joyful moments
- late-night dance party energy
- uplifting rhythms for celebration
- romantic themes for couples' nights
- playful tunes that spark joy
Maybe skip if you want
- slow, introspective listening preference
- minimalist soundscape expectations
Where this album fits
- Themes
- racial love stories· Spike Lee collaboration· Black community celebration
- Career context
- Released in 1991, 'Jungle Fever' came during a period when Stevie Wonder was transitioning into a more mature phase of his career, following his acclaimed albums of the 1970s. This album serves as a soundtrack to Spike Lee's film of the same name, marking a significant collaboration that reintroduced Wonder's music to a new generation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Marvin Gaye· Prince· Curtis Mayfield
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Sign "O" the Times by Prince — Shares vibrant funk and socially conscious themes with a rich sonic palette.What's Going On by Marvin Gaye — Explores social commentary through lush arrangements and heartfelt lyrics, similar to Wonder's approach.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Fun Day 4:40
- 2 Queen in the Black 4:46
- 3 These Three Words 4:53
- 4 Each Other’s Throat 4:17
- 5 If She Breaks Your Heart 5:04
- 6 Gotta Have You 6:26
- 7 Make Sure You’re Sure 3:30
- 8 Jungle Fever 4:55
- 9 I Go Sailing 3:58
- 10 Chemical Love 4:26
- 11 Lighting Up the Candles 4:10
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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