Impossible Princess
Kylie Minogue · 1997
49 min · 12 tracks · dance-pop · electropop · nu-disco
A kaleidoscopic blend of dance-pop and introspective ballads that explores themes of love and identity.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo exploration introspective moments of reflection kaleidoscopic emotional shifts
- Context
- Released in 1997, 'Impossible Princess' marked Kylie Minogue's artistic reinvention following her departure from the mainstream pop sound of the early '90s. This album came after her commercially successful 'Kylie Minogue' (1994) and represented a shift towards a more personal and experimental approach, as she sought to assert her identity beyond her pop star image.
- If you like
- dance-pop, electropop, nu-disco
Impossible Princess is an album by Kylie Minogue, released in 1997. A kaleidoscopic blend of dance-pop and introspective ballads that explores themes of love and identity. The album is notable for being one of Kylie's first ventures into a more mature sound, receiving critical acclaim for its boldness and experimentation. Though it did not achieve massive commercial success, it reached number 5 on the UK Albums Chart and has influenced many artists in the electropop genre, showcasing a rich tapestry of sounds that paved the way for future works. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Impossible Princess sound like?
A kaleidoscopic blend of dance-pop and introspective ballads that explores themes of love and identity. Rooted in dance-pop and electropop.
What makes Impossible Princess by Kylie Minogue notable?
The album is notable for being one of Kylie's first ventures into a more mature sound, receiving critical acclaim for its boldness and experimentation. Though it did not achieve massive commercial success, it reached number 5 on the UK Albums Chart and has influenced many artists in the electropop genre, showcasing a rich tapestry of sounds that paved the way for future works. Released in 1997, 'Impossible Princess' marked Kylie Minogue's artistic reinvention following her departure from the mainstream pop sound of the early '90s. This album came after her commercially successful 'Kylie Minogue' (1994) and represented a shift towards a more personal and experimental approach, as she sought to assert her identity beyond her pop star image.
Who is Impossible Princess for?
Impossible Princess works well if you're into steady mid-tempo exploration, introspective moments of reflection and kaleidoscopic emotional shifts.
How many songs are on Impossible Princess?
Impossible Princess has 12 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Too Far 4:43
- 2 Cowboy Style 4:44
- 3 Some Kind of Bliss Standout 4:07
- 4 Did It Again Standout 4:22
- 5 Breathe Standout 4:38
- 6 Say Hey 3:37
- 7 Drunk 3:59
- 8 I Don’t Need Anyone 3:13
- 9 Jump 4:03
- 10 Limbo 4:05
- 11 Through the Years 4:20
- 12 Dreams 3:44
Release Date
October 22, 1997
Artist Origin
Australia
Runtime
49 min 41 sec
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