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Passion Play

Teena Marie · 1994

68 min · 14 tracks · funk · hip-hop · jazz

A soulful blend of funk-infused rhythms and heartfelt ballads, showcasing Teena Marie's vocal prowess.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for relaxed listening
  • soulful expression of heartfelt emotions
  • for intimate gatherings
  • engaging vocal performances throughout
  • gradual peaks that invite engagement

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer quick, upbeat tracks
  • seek standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
In 1994, Teena Marie was experiencing a resurgence after a period of relative quiet following her 1988 album 'Ivory.' 'Passion Play' marked her return to the music scene, featuring her signature blend of R&B, funk, and soul, while also reflecting her artistic evolution through the early '90s.
Stylistic neighbors
Chaka Khan· Prince· Sade

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Warm as Mommas Oven 5:28
  • 2 Main Squeeze 5:19
  • 3 Wild Horses 5:17
  • 4 Smooth Tip 5:29
  • 5 Hypnotized (Prelude) 0:42
  • 6 Hypnotized 4:11
  • 7 Parking Music... (The Baby Maker) 6:04
  • 8 Sweet on You 5:08
  • 9 Slow Grind 5:09
  • 10 Climb the Walls 4:37
  • 11 Breakfast in Bed 5:04
  • 12 Passion Play 5:47
  • 13 Pretty Man 4:52
  • 14 The Air I Breathe 5:35

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata