Passion Play
Teena Marie · 1994
68 min · 14 tracks · funk · hip-hop · jazz
A soulful blend of funk-infused rhythms and heartfelt ballads, showcasing Teena Marie's vocal prowess.
Passion Play is an album by Teena Marie, released in 1994. A soulful blend of funk-infused rhythms and heartfelt ballads, showcasing Teena Marie's vocal prowess. 'Passion Play' is notable for its critical reception, receiving praise from various music publications and solidifying Teena Marie's legacy as an influential figure in R&B. The album showcased her versatility and ability to blend genres, contributing to its cult status among fans and influencing subsequent artists in the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does Passion Play sound like?
A soulful blend of funk-infused rhythms and heartfelt ballads, showcasing Teena Marie's vocal prowess. Rooted in funk and hip-hop.
What makes Passion Play by Teena Marie notable?
'Passion Play' is notable for its critical reception, receiving praise from various music publications and solidifying Teena Marie's legacy as an influential figure in R&B. The album showcased her versatility and ability to blend genres, contributing to its cult status among fans and influencing subsequent artists in the genre. In 1994, Teena Marie was experiencing a resurgence after a period of relative quiet following her 1988 album 'Ivory.' 'Passion Play' marked her return to the music scene, featuring her signature blend of R&B, funk, and soul, while also reflecting her artistic evolution through the early '90s.
How many songs are on Passion Play?
Passion Play has 14 tracks, running approximately 68 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Warm as Mommas Oven 5:28
- 2 Main Squeeze 5:19
- 3 Wild Horses Standout 5:17
- 4 Smooth Tip 5:29
- 5 Hypnotized (Prelude) 0:42
- 6 Hypnotized Standout 4:11
- 7 Parking Music... (The Baby Maker) 6:04
- 8 Sweet on You 5:08
- 9 Slow Grind 5:09
- 10 Climb the Walls 4:37
- 11 Breakfast in Bed Standout 5:04
- 12 Passion Play 5:47
- 13 Pretty Man 4:52
- 14 The Air I Breathe 5:35
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