The Electric Lady
Janelle Monáe · 2013
67 min · 19 tracks · funk · R&B · soul
A vibrant fusion of funk, soul, and R&B that celebrates individuality and empowerment with eclectic arrangements.
The Electric Lady is an album by Janelle Monáe, released in 2013. A vibrant fusion of funk, soul, and R&B that celebrates individuality and empowerment with eclectic arrangements. 'The Electric Lady' debuted at number five on the Billboard 200 and received widespread critical acclaim, cementing Monáe's influence in contemporary music. The album garnered a Grammy nomination for Best Urban Contemporary Album, highlighting its significant cultural impact and recognition within the industry. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Electric Lady sound like?
A vibrant fusion of funk, soul, and R&B that celebrates individuality and empowerment with eclectic arrangements. Rooted in funk and R&B.
What makes The Electric Lady by Janelle Monáe notable?
'The Electric Lady' debuted at number five on the Billboard 200 and received widespread critical acclaim, cementing Monáe's influence in contemporary music. The album garnered a Grammy nomination for Best Urban Contemporary Album, highlighting its significant cultural impact and recognition within the industry. Released on September 6, 2013, 'The Electric Lady' is Janelle Monáe's follow-up to her critically acclaimed debut album 'The ArchAndroid'. At this point in her career, Monáe was solidifying her status as a genre-defying artist known for her theatrical presentation and Afrofuturistic themes, further exploring her alter ego, Cindi Mayweather.
How many songs are on The Electric Lady?
The Electric Lady has 19 tracks, running approximately 67 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Suite IV Electric Overture 1:37
- 2 Givin Em What They Love 4:26
- 3 Q.U.E.E.N. Standout 5:10
- 4 Electric Lady 5:08
- 5 Good Morning Midnight (interlude) 1:22
- 6 Primetime Standout 4:40
- 7 We Were Rock & Roll 4:19
- 8 The Chrome Shoppe (interlude) 1:10
- 9 Dance Apocalyptic Standout 3:25
- 10 Look Into My Eyes 2:18
- 11 Suite V Electric Overture 2:20
- 12 It’s Code 4:05
- 13 Ghetto Woman 4:46
- 14 Our Favorite Fugitive (interlude) 1:23
- 15 Victory 4:12
- 16 Can’t Live Without Your Love 3:54
- 17 Sally Ride 4:08
- 18 Dorothy Dandridge Eyes 4:15
- 19 What an Experience 4:57
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