What does Neither Fish nor Flesh sound like?

A kaleidoscopic blend of R&B and soul, merging introspective lyrics with rich, textured instrumentation. Rooted in contemporary R&B and soul. Start with "I Have Faith in These Desolate Times".

Is Neither Fish nor Flesh a good place to start with Sananda Maitreya?

Yes, Neither Fish nor Flesh is recommended as a starting point for new Sananda Maitreya listeners. A kaleidoscopic blend of R&B and soul, merging introspective lyrics with rich, textured instrumentation. Released in January 1989, 'Neither Fish nor Flesh' was Sananda Maitreya's follow-up to his debut album, 'Introducing the Hardline According to Terence Trent D'Arby.' At this point, he was navigating the pressures of commercial success while striving for artistic authenticity, seeking to redefine his sound after the initial acclaim.

Who is Neither Fish nor Flesh for?

Neither Fish nor Flesh works well if you're into steady flow with emotional peaks, introspective moments for deep reflection and soulful warmth for quiet nights.

How many songs are on Neither Fish nor Flesh?

Neither Fish nor Flesh has 12 tracks, running approximately 51 minutes.

Neither Fish nor Flesh

Sananda Maitreya · 1989

51 min · 12 tracks · contemporary R&B

A kaleidoscopic blend of R&B and soul, merging introspective lyrics with rich, textured instrumentation.

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Top tracks — play these first

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I Have Faith in These Desolate Times Start here — This track captures Maitreya's ability to weave hope into despair through its lush melodies and heartfelt delivery, making it emblematic of the album's emotional depth.
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To Know Someone Deeply Is to Know Someone Softly — The song stands out for its intricate lyrical play and layered harmonies, presenting an intimate exploration of love that resonates deeply throughout the album.
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I Don’t Want to Bring Your Gods Down — This track showcases Maitreya's willingness to challenge societal norms and beliefs with poignant lyrics and a powerful vocal performance, highlighting his artistic conviction.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady flow with emotional peaks
introspective moments for deep reflection
soulful warmth for quiet nights
thoughtful themes for personal exploration

Maybe skip if you

seeking fast-paced excitement
prefer standalone tracks over cohesion

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Experimental — Showcases a significant departure from his earlier sound, aiming for innovation.
Themes: desolate times· intimate love exploration· societal norms challenge
Career context: Released in January 1989, 'Neither Fish nor Flesh' was Sananda Maitreya's follow-up to his debut album, 'Introducing the Hardline According to Terence Trent D'Arby.' At this point, he was navigating the pressures of commercial success while striving for artistic authenticity, seeking to redefine his sound after the initial acclaim.
Stylistic neighbors: Maxwell· Erykah Badu· Anderson .Paak

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Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

I Don’t Want to Bring Your Gods Down

The bridge shifts perspective, addressing external expectations while affirming personal belief systems.

This moment directly challenges dominant narratives, showcasing Maitreya's intent to provoke thought and reflect on spirituality versus individuality.