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5
Lenny Kravitz · 1998 · Track 12
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Duración3:48
Álbum5
Año1998
ISRCUSVI29800223
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The story behind
The song You’re My Flavor, part of Lenny Kravitz's album 5, has an essence that is nourished by experimentation and the fusion of styles. Kravitz himself, born in New York in 1964, is known for his ability to blend influences from blues, rock, soul, funk, reggae, and even neo-psychedelia, creating a distinctive sound. In this track, this search for sonic textures is perceived, where digital technology such as synthesizers and tape loops intertwine with his characteristic rocking style, contributing a particular atmosphere that invites exploration. The 3:49 duration of You’re My Flavor is a good example of how Kravitz condenses his musical vision into accessible yet detail-rich pieces.
The recording sessions for You’re My Flavor, and for the album 5 in general, occurred in different stages. Pre-production began in early 1997, and initial recording took place in Kravitz's New York studio starting in October of that same year. During this period, the studio received visits from figures such as Madonna, Chris Rock, Bobby Brown, Marilyn Manson, and Gwen Stefani. Subsequently, sessions continued at Compass Point Studios in The Bahamas, under the supervision of engineer Terry Manning, who also handled the track's mixing. The album 5 was released on May 12, 1998, by Virgin Records, and six singles were released from it throughout 1998 and 1999.