Peace Beyond Passion
Meshell Ndegeocello · 1996
59 min · 12 tracks · hip-hop · jazz · soul
A genre-blurring exploration of identity and spirituality wrapped in lush grooves and soulful melodies.
Why this album works
'Peace Beyond Passion' received critical acclaim upon release and is seen as a significant influence on the neo-soul movement. The album featured provocative tracks that spurred discussions about race and sexuality, particularly 'Leviticus: Faggot,' which faced both praise and controversy for its bold commentary.
- Best for
- steady pacing with gradual climax soulful melodies for introspection exploration of identity themes
- Context
- Released in 1996, 'Peace Beyond Passion' was Meshell Ndegeocello's second studio album, following her critically acclaimed debut 'Plantation Lullabies.' At this point, Ndegeocello was establishing herself as a unique voice in the music scene, blending elements of go-go, hip-hop, jazz, and soul while tackling complex themes around race and sexuality.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Christina Aguilera· Miley Cyrus· Lady Gaga· Demi Lovato· Panic! at the Disco· Flo Rida· Kesha· Pitbull
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Womb 1:25
- 2 The Way 4:58
- 3 Deuteronomy: Niggerman Standout 4:01
- 4 Ecclesiastes: Free My Heart 5:22
- 5 Leviticus: Faggot Standout 6:08
- 6 Mary Magdalene Standout 5:51
- 7 God Shiva 4:09
- 8 Who Is He and What Is He to You 4:49
- 9 Stay 4:30
- 10 Bittersweet 5:17
- 11 A Tear and a Smile 3:49
- 12 Make Me Wanna Holler 8:53
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