Prima Donna

Rufus Wainwright · 2015

127 min · 38 tracks · indie pop

A lush orchestral pop opera that intertwines theatrical narratives with Wainwright's signature emotive melodies.

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Why listen to this

Best for: long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys theatrical narrative explorations
Context: Released in 2015, 'Prima Donna' marked Rufus Wainwright's foray into the world of opera, showcasing a unique evolution from his previous pop and folk influences. This album followed his 2012 release 'Out of the Game', positioning Wainwright at a creative peak as he ventured into ambitious new territory.
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Prima Donna is an album by Rufus Wainwright, released in 2015. A lush orchestral pop opera that intertwines theatrical narratives with Wainwright's signature emotive melodies. 'Prima Donna' is significant as it illustrates Wainwright's ability to blend classical and contemporary music, earning acclaim for its adventurous spirit. The album was received positively in critical circles, with notable mentions in publications like The Guardian, which praised its boldness and complexity. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Prima Donna sound like?

A lush orchestral pop opera that intertwines theatrical narratives with Wainwright's signature emotive melodies. Rooted in indie pop.

What makes Prima Donna by Rufus Wainwright notable?

'Prima Donna' is significant as it illustrates Wainwright's ability to blend classical and contemporary music, earning acclaim for its adventurous spirit. The album was received positively in critical circles, with notable mentions in publications like The Guardian, which praised its boldness and complexity. Released in 2015, 'Prima Donna' marked Rufus Wainwright's foray into the world of opera, showcasing a unique evolution from his previous pop and folk influences. This album followed his 2012 release 'Out of the Game', positioning Wainwright at a creative peak as he ventured into ambitious new territory.

Who is Prima Donna for?

Prima Donna works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and theatrical narrative explorations.

How many songs are on Prima Donna?

Prima Donna has 38 tracks, running approximately 127 minutes.

Tracklist

38 tracks·127:53

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

Disc 1

1 Prima Donna: Overture Standout 6:06
2 Prima Donna, Act I, Scene 1: Oh! Madame Saint Laurent 3:01
3 Prima Donna, Act I, Scene 2: J'ai rêvé toute la nuit 2:58
4 Prima Donna, Act I, Scene 3: Merci. Asseyez-vous 1:37
5 Prima Donna, Act I, Scene 4: Ah! Les soucis! 1:10
6 Prima Donna, Act I, Scene 5: Aliénor, quelle femme merveilleuse 1:50
7 Prima Donna, Act I, Scene 6: Mais non, Madame! 2:51
8 Prima Donna, Act I, Scene 7: Mais que se passe-t-il donc 1:58
9 Prima Donna, Act I, Scene 8: À l époque, François 2:15
10 Prima Donna, Act I, Scene 9: Cet appartement 1:31
11 Prima Donna, Act I, Scene 10: Mon dieu qu'il est laid! 2:05
12 Prima Donna, Act I, Scene 11: À ton âge, François 2:41
13 Prima Donna, Act I, Scene 12: Voici Le Journaliste! 2:24
14 Prima Donna, Act I, Scene 13: Bonjour, Madame Saint Laurent 2:13
15 Prima Donna, Act I, Scene 14: Quand j étais jeune étudiant 3:09
16 Prima Donna, Act I, Scene 15: Madame Saint Laurent 1:15
17 Prima Donna, Act I, Scene 16: La Première ... 2:31
18 Prima Donna, Act I, Scene 17: Régine, quelle majesté 3:14
19 Prima Donna, Act I, Scene 18: Abandonne, pose ta couronne 3:05
20 Prima Donna, Act I, Scene 19: Charmant, tout à fait 2:10
21 Prima Donna, Act I, Scene 20: Oh, ma voix! 0:58
22 Prima Donna, Act I, Scene 21: Oh, ma douleur! 5:17
23 Prima Donna, Act I, Scene 21: Revenez donc ce soir; Scene 22: Interlude 1:55
24 Prima Donna, Act I, Scene 23: The Kiss 1:15

Disc 2

1 Prima Donna: Overture Standout 3:31
2 Prima Donna, Act II, Scene 1: Dans mon pays de Picardie 5:04
3 Prima Donna, Act II, Scene 2: Excuse-moi, Monsieur Philippe 4:09
4 Prima Donna, Act II, Scene 3: Vocalises 2:53
5 Prima Donna, Act II, Scene 4: Et maintenant, Aliénor, à nous deux 1:07
6 Prima Donna, Act II, Scene 5: Quand j étais jeune étudiante 5:43
7 Prima Donna, Act II, Scene 6: Dans ce jardin 9:53
8 Prima Donna, Act II, Scene 7: Meditation 6:10
9 Prima Donna, Act II, Scene 8: C'est impossible! 4:01
10 Prima Donna, Act II, Scene 9: Maintenant, il est temps 3:30
11 Prima Donna, Act II, Scene 10: Je suis heureuse 3:48
12 Prima Donna, Act II, Scene 11: Prenez-le donc 6:10
13 Prima Donna, Act II, Scene 12: Final Interlude 5:13
14 Prima Donna, Act II, Scene 13: Brief Fireworks Music (percussion) & Les feux d'artifice 6:55