What makes Manchild by Neneh Cherry notable?

Manchild is significant for its innovative blend of genres, contributing to the rise of alternative hip-hop and trip hop. The album helped solidify Cherry's reputation as a boundary-pushing artist, earning critical acclaim from outlets like NME and establishing her as a prominent figure in the music landscape of the time. Released in 1989, Manchild marked Neneh Cherry's first major solo project after her notable contributions to the group Rip Rig + Panic. This album came just before her breakout success with 'Buffalo Stance', which became a defining track of the late 80s music scene.

How many songs are on Manchild?

Manchild has 3 tracks, running approximately 14 minutes.

Manchild

Neneh Cherry · 1989

14 min · 3 tracks · hip-hop

A vibrant fusion of hip-hop rhythms and jazz influences layered with Neneh Cherry's distinctive pop sensibility.

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Manchild (radio edit) — This track serves as the album's title piece, showcasing Cherry's unique vocal style and blending hip-hop beats with pop accessibility, capturing the essence of her artistic vision.
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Buffalo Stance (The There's Nothing Wrong mix - Sukka II) — 'Buffalo Stance' became a cultural phenomenon, merging a catchy hook with socially conscious lyrics, and exemplifying Cherry's skill at addressing themes of empowerment and identity.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Manchild (radio edit) 3:53
2 Manchild (The Old School mix) 5:34
3 Buffalo Stance (The There's Nothing Wrong mix - Sukka II) 5:30

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