Love is the Place
Curtis Mayfield · 1982
36 min · 8 tracks · funk · soul
Smooth grooves and heartfelt lyrics intertwine in this soulful exploration of love's complexities.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo groove
- heartfelt reflections on love
- for relaxed evenings
- smooth background for conversations
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced energy
- seek high-intensity tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1982, 'Love is the Place' was Curtis Mayfield's final studio album, arriving after a tumultuous period marked by his tragic accident in 1990. At this point in his career, he was pivoting towards a more introspective sound, reflecting on personal and social themes through a mature lens. The album encapsulated his enduring influence in the soul and funk genres despite the challenges he faced.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Marvin Gaye· Sly and the Family Stone· Stevie Wonder
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 She Don’t Let Nobody (but Me) 4:13
- 2 Toot an’ Toot an’ Toot 4:07
- 3 Babydoll 5:31
- 4 Love Is the Place 5:02
- 5 Just Ease My Mind 4:26
- 6 You Mean Everything to Me 4:51
- 7 You Get All My Love 3:39
- 8 Come Free Your People 4:15
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.