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Prisoner

Cher · 1979

37 min · 8 tracks · folk rock · house · pop rock

A vibrant blend of disco grooves and pop melodies that capture the energy of late '70s dance floors.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady dance floor energy
  • vibrant sing-along moments
  • playful party atmosphere
  • engaging rhythmic grooves

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, introspective music
  • seek deep lyrical narratives

Where this album fits

Themes
disco liberation· late-night longing· dance floor resilience
Career context
Released in 1979, 'Prisoner' was Cher's follow-up to her successful album 'Take Me Home'. At this point in her career, she was transitioning from a folk-rock sound into the disco genre, showcasing her adaptability and willingness to embrace contemporary musical trends. The album marked a significant moment in her evolution as a mainstream pop artist.
Stylistic neighbors
Madonna· Diana Ross· Kylie Minogue
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Bad Girls by Donna Summer — Captures the same disco energy and themes of liberation with infectious grooves and anthemic choruses.
Voulez-Vous by ABBA — Shares vibrant dance floor vibes and melodic hooks, blending pop sensibilities with a disco heartbeat.
Spirits Having Flown by Bee Gees — Features lush harmonies and a disco-infused sound that aligns with late-night yearning and dance resilience.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Prisoner 5:50
  • 2 Holdin’ Out for Love 4:23
  • 3 Shoppin’ 4:30
  • 4 Boys & Girls 3:54
  • 5 Mirror Image 4:52
  • 6 Hell on Wheels 5:38
  • 7 Holy Smoke! 4:56
  • 8 Outrageous 3:10

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