Released 41 years ago this August
Romance 1600
Sheila E. · 1985
38 min · 8 tracks · funk · Latin jazz
A vibrant fusion of Latin jazz and funk, accented with Sheila E.'s dynamic percussion and passionate vocals.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic peaks and valleys
- vibrant party atmosphere
- engaging rhythm for dancing
- emotional highs and lows
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on August 26, 1985, 'Romance 1600' was Sheila E.'s second studio album, following her successful debut 'The Glamorous Life' in 1984. At this point in her career, she was transitioning from being primarily known as Prince’s protégé to establishing her own artistic identity as a solo artist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Prince· Carlos Santana· Chaka Khan
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sister Fate 3:50
- 2 Dear Michaelangelo 4:38
- 3 A Love Bizarre 12:18
- 4 Toy Box 5:32
- 5 Yellow 2:11
- 6 Romance 1600 3:56
- 7 Merci for the Speed of a Mad Clown in Summer 2:47
- 8 Bedtime Story 3:45
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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