New World Order (Curtis Mayfield)
Curtis Mayfield · 1997
63 min · 13 tracks · funk · soul
Bluesy grooves blend with poignant lyrical reflections on identity and societal change in Mayfield's soulful delivery.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective listening
- poignant lyrical reflections on identity
- bluesy grooves for relaxed vibes
- two-halves structure for exploration
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy instant gratification
- prefer short standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1997, 'New World Order' was Curtis Mayfield's final studio album, arriving after a long hiatus following his tragic accident in 1990 that left him paralyzed. This album marked a significant return for Mayfield, showcasing his resilience and dedication to music despite personal challenges.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Marvin Gaye· Sly and the Family Stone· Stevie Wonder
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 New World Order 5:36
- 2 Ms. Martha 4:23
- 3 Back to Living Again 5:10
- 4 No One Knows About a Good Thing (You Don't Have to Cry) 5:19
- 5 Just a Little Bit of Love 5:27
- 6 We People Who Are Darker Than Blue 5:02
- 7 I Believe in You 4:58
- 8 Here but I'm Gone 5:21
- 9 It Was Love That We Needed 4:15
- 10 The Got Dang Song 5:17
- 11 The Girl I Find Stays on My Mind 3:58
- 12 Let's Not Forget 3:42
- 13 Oh So Beautiful 4:38
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