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Queen of the Night

Loleatta Holloway · 1978

69 min · 11 tracks · soul

Funky grooves and soaring vocals intertwine, creating an exuberant celebration of love and resilience in the disco era.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Catch Me On The Rebound — This track encapsulates the album's vibrant energy with its infectious hook and driving beat, showcasing Holloway’s powerful vocals that became a hallmark of disco.
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    Mama Don't, Papa Won't — Featuring a blend of soulful melodies and poignant lyrics, this song highlights Holloway's emotional range while resonating with themes of love and familial acceptance.
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    I May Not Be There When You Want Me (But I'm Right On Time) — With its introspective lyrics and lush instrumentation, this track stands out for its deeper narrative about timing in relationships, reflecting Holloway's versatility as an artist.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • I May Not Be There When You Want Me (But I'm Right On Time)

    The bridge shifts from a hopeful tone to a more reflective one, emphasizing the narrator's commitment despite physical absence.

    This structural choice deepens the emotional impact by contrasting the urgency of desire with the reality of availability.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Catch Me On The Rebound 6:10
  • 2 Only You 6:14
  • 3 Good, Good Feeling 4:15
  • 4 Mama Don't, Papa Won't 5:00
  • 5 I May Not Be There When You Want Me (But I'm Right On Time) 7:35
  • 6 You Light Up My Life 4:05
  • 7 Two Sides To Every Story 4:30
  • 8 I'm In Love 4:15
  • 9 Catch Me On The Rebound (12" Mix) 10:47
  • 10 Mama Don't, Papa Won't (Remix) 6:16
  • 11 I May Not Be There When You Want Me But I'm Right On Time (12" Mix) 10:20

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