Love is the Place cover

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.

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

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