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Nipple to the Bottle

Grace Jones · 1982

14 min · 2 tracks · contemporary R&B · new wave · soul

A sultry blend of disco-infused grooves and soulful vocals that challenge societal norms.

Nipple to the Bottle is a single by Grace Jones, released in 1982. A sultry blend of disco-infused grooves and soulful vocals that challenge societal norms. This album is notable for its innovative approach to blending genres, contributing to the evolution of dance music in the early '80s. The lead track, 'Nipple to the Bottle,' received significant airplay and showcased Jones's powerful vocal delivery, while its themes of empowerment resonated within the burgeoning LGBTQ+ scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Nipple to the Bottle sound like?

A sultry blend of disco-infused grooves and soulful vocals that challenge societal norms. Rooted in contemporary R&B and new wave.

What makes Nipple to the Bottle by Grace Jones notable?

This album is notable for its innovative approach to blending genres, contributing to the evolution of dance music in the early '80s. The lead track, 'Nipple to the Bottle,' received significant airplay and showcased Jones's powerful vocal delivery, while its themes of empowerment resonated within the burgeoning LGBTQ+ scene. By 1982, Grace Jones was transitioning from her earlier career as a model to an established music artist. 'Nipple to the Bottle' followed her critical success with 'Nightclubbing' and further cemented her unique style, blending reggae, disco, and new wave influences into a compelling sound that defined her artistic identity.

How many songs are on Nipple to the Bottle?

Nipple to the Bottle has 2 tracks, running approximately 14 minutes.

Tracklist

2 tracks·14:12

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

  • 1 Nipple to the Bottle (vocal) 6:57
  • 2 Ja Guys (dub version of My Jamaican Guy) (instrumental) 7:15

Release Date

October 1, 1982

Artist Origin

Jamaica

Runtime

14 min 12 sec