Robbery
Teena Marie · 1983
49 min · 9 tracks · funk · hip-hop · jazz
A vibrant fusion of funk and soul, showcasing Teena Marie's powerful vocals against rich instrumentation.
Robbery is an album by Teena Marie, released in 1983. A vibrant fusion of funk and soul, showcasing Teena Marie's powerful vocals against rich instrumentation. The album features the hit single 'Robbery', which reached the top of the R&B charts, showcasing Teena Marie's ability to blend genres and appeal to diverse audiences. Critics praised the album for its cohesive sound and lyrical depth, contributing to its critical acclaim and solidifying Marie's influence in the music industry as a female artist in a male-dominated genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Robbery sound like?
A vibrant fusion of funk and soul, showcasing Teena Marie's powerful vocals against rich instrumentation. Rooted in funk and hip-hop.
What makes Robbery by Teena Marie notable?
The album features the hit single 'Robbery', which reached the top of the R&B charts, showcasing Teena Marie's ability to blend genres and appeal to diverse audiences. Critics praised the album for its cohesive sound and lyrical depth, contributing to its critical acclaim and solidifying Marie's influence in the music industry as a female artist in a male-dominated genre. In 1983, Teena Marie was solidifying her status as a leading R&B artist with 'Robbery', her fifth studio album. This release followed her acclaimed 1981 album 'It Must Be Magic', and it came during a period when she was gaining increasing recognition for her songwriting and vocal prowess. 'Robbery' also marked a continuation of her collaboration with Rick James, further embedding her in the funk genre.
How many songs are on Robbery?
Robbery has 9 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Robbery Standout 5:25
- 2 Playboy 5:23
- 3 Shadow Boxing Standout 6:49
- 4 Midnight Magnet 6:03
- 5 Fix It 4:44
- 6 Ask Your Momma 5:27
- 7 Dear Lover 5:17
- 8 Stop the World 4:17
- 9 Cassanova Brown Standout 5:57
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