Welcome 2 America
Prince · 2021
54 min · 12 tracks · contemporary R&B · funk · jazz
A vibrant blend of funk, R&B, and social commentary wrapped in Prince's signature playful elegance.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful elegance with social commentary
- uplifting energy for communal listening
- invigorating grooves for summer days
- thought-provoking themes in vibrant sound
- dynamic pacing with varied lengths
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward, single-focused tracks
- avoid introspective or complex narratives
Where this album fits
- Themes
- racial identity exploration· American disillusionment· social commentary funk
- Career context
- Released posthumously on July 21, 2021, 'Welcome 2 America' arrives nearly five years after Prince's passing. This album showcases unreleased material recorded in 2010, reflecting his ongoing evolution as an artist while addressing contemporary issues. It serves as a significant addition to his discography, capturing the essence of his artistry at a time when he was critically engaged with societal themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Michael Jackson· Stevie Wonder· Earth, Wind & Fire
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Malibu by Anderson .Paak — Combines funk, R&B, and playful elegance while addressing contemporary societal issues.Good Thing by Leon Bridges — Merges vintage soul with modern production, reflecting on love and identity in a vibrant context.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Welcome 2 America 5:23
- 2 Running Game (Son of a Slave Master) 4:05
- 3 Born 2 Die 5:03
- 4 1000 Light Years From Here 5:46
- 5 Hot Summer 3:32
- 6 Stand Up and B Strong 5:18
- 7 Check the Record 3:28
- 8 Same Page, Different Book 4:41
- 9 When She Comes 4:46
- 10 1010 (Rin Tin Tin) 4:42
- 11 Yes 2:56
- 12 One Day We Will All B Free 4:41
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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