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Cat Stevens – Buddha And The Chocolate Box (used)
Cat Stevens – Buddha And The Chocolate Box (used)
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Buddha and the Chocolate Box" is the eighth studio album by British singer-songwriter Cat Stevens (now known as Yusuf Islam).
Key Information:
- Release Date: March 1974
- Genre: Folk rock, pop rock
- Concept/Significance: The album's title and themes represent the dichotomy between the spiritual path ("Buddha") and the material world ("Chocolate Box"). It reflects Stevens' contemplation of these contrasting aspects of life.
- Producer: Paul Samwell-Smith
- Commercial Performance: The album reached number 2 on the US Billboard 200 chart.
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Singles:
- "Oh Very Young": Reached #14 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
- "Happy End": Reached #91 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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Tracklist: The album consists of 11 tracks.
- Music
- Life
- Sitting
- Dry Digger
- Majik of Majiks
- Sweet Jamaica
- Ghost Town
- Morning Has Broken
- Oh Very Young
- Sun/C79
- Jesus
- Critical Reception: The album received positive reviews, often noted for being a return to form after his previous album, Foreigner. It is considered a strong album that continues to explore themes of spirituality and life's complexities.
- Releases: The album has been released on various formats, including vinyl LPs and CDs. A 50th-anniversary LP release was also mentioned.
Buddha and the Chocolate Box is a notable album in Cat Stevens' discography, showcasing his continued exploration of meaningful themes through his characteristic blend of folk and pop sounds.
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