Mama Said
Lenny Kravitz · 1991
53 min · 14 tracks · folk · hard rock · reggae
A vibrant fusion of rock, funk, and soulful grooves that reflects personal and emotional depth.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys contemplative late-night vibes steady, consistent energy levels
- Context
- Released on April 2, 1991, 'Mama Said' was Lenny Kravitz's second studio album, following the breakthrough success of his debut, 'Let Love Rule.' At this point in his career, Kravitz was establishing himself as a versatile artist blending various genres while exploring deeper themes of love and identity.
- If you like
- folk, hard rock, reggae
Mama Said is an album by Lenny Kravitz, released in 1991. A vibrant fusion of rock, funk, and soulful grooves that reflects personal and emotional depth. 'Mama Said' achieved significant commercial success, peaking at number 9 on the Billboard 200 and earning Kravitz a Grammy nomination for Best Male Rock Vocal Performance. The album's standout single, 'It Ain’t Over ’til It’s Over,' became a chart-topping hit, solidifying his place in the early '90s music scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Mama Said sound like?
A vibrant fusion of rock, funk, and soulful grooves that reflects personal and emotional depth. Rooted in folk and hard rock.
What makes Mama Said by Lenny Kravitz notable?
'Mama Said' achieved significant commercial success, peaking at number 9 on the Billboard 200 and earning Kravitz a Grammy nomination for Best Male Rock Vocal Performance. The album's standout single, 'It Ain’t Over ’til It’s Over,' became a chart-topping hit, solidifying his place in the early '90s music scene. Released on April 2, 1991, 'Mama Said' was Lenny Kravitz's second studio album, following the breakthrough success of his debut, 'Let Love Rule.' At this point in his career, Kravitz was establishing himself as a versatile artist blending various genres while exploring deeper themes of love and identity.
Who is Mama Said for?
Mama Said works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, contemplative late-night vibes and steady, consistent energy levels.
How many songs are on Mama Said?
Mama Said has 14 tracks, running approximately 53 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Fields of Joy 3:58
- 2 Always on the Run Standout 3:53
- 3 Stand by My Woman Standout 4:20
- 4 It Ain’t Over ’til It’s Over Standout 4:02
- 5 More Than Anything in This World 3:28
- 6 What Goes Around Comes Around 4:49
- 7 The Difference Is Why 4:52
- 8 Stop Draggin’ Around 2:39
- 9 Flowers for Zoë 2:43
- 10 Fields of Joy (reprise) 3:59
- 11 All I Ever Wanted 4:14
- 12 When the Morning Turns to Night 2:59
- 13 What the Fuck Are We Saying? 5:13
- 14 Butterfly 1:50
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