Passionfruit
Michael Franks · 1983
43 min · 10 tracks · pop music · rock music
Smooth jazz-inflected pop blends with introspective lyrics and laid-back melodies that evoke a sense of sun-drenched nostalgia.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- laid-back sunny afternoon vibes
- introspective moments of nostalgia
- steady flow for relaxed listening
- ideal for cozy gatherings
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer fast-paced experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1983, 'Passionfruit' is Michael Franks' fifth studio album, coming off the commercial success of 'Sleeping Gypsy' (1977) and 'Art of Tea' (1979). At this point in his career, Franks was solidifying his reputation as a sophisticated songwriter with a penchant for blending jazz and pop elements. This album continued to build on his signature style while exploring themes of love and longing.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kenny Loggins· James Taylor· Paul Simon
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Alone at Night 4:35
- 2 Never Satisfied 3:51
- 3 Amazon 5:40
- 4 Now That Your Joystick’s Broke 2:48
- 5 Sunday Morning Here With You 4:33
- 6 Never Say Die 3:36
- 7 Rainy Night in Tokyo 4:42
- 8 Tell Me All About It 4:31
- 9 When Sly Calls (Don’t Touch That Phone) 5:22
- 10 How the Garden Grows 3:37
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