Starchild

by Teena Marie

Starchild cover art
  • Type: Album
  • Released: 11 November 1984
  • Label: Epic
  • Country: United States
  • Length: 45:36
  • Community rating: 3.13/5 from 2 ratings

Album Notes & Community Reviews

Following her high-profile legal battle and departure from Motown, Teena Marie debuted on Epic Records with full creative control. 'Starchild' is heavily influenced by the synthesizer-driven Minneapolis Sound and features the massive crossover hit 'Lovergirl'. The record brilliantly showcases her powerhouse vocals and exceptional multi-instrumental talents within a polished, contemporary R&B framework.

Genres

Descriptors: rhythmic, christian, melodic

Tracklist

  1. Lovergirl (4:50)
  2. Help Youngblood Get To The Freaky Party (5:42)
  3. Out On A Limb (6:36)
  4. Alibi (5:23)
  5. Jammin (5:47)
  6. Starchild (5:34)
  7. We've Got To Stop (Meeting Like This) (5:05)
  8. My Dear Mr. Gaye (5:24)
  9. Light (1:15)

Credits

  • Bendrix - written-by
  • Fred Mirza - written-by
  • Leon Ware - written-by
  • Penny Johnson - written-by

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