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The Color Purple (1985 Film) [SOUNDTRACK]

Quincy Jones
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Product Details

  • Audio CD (October 25, 1990)
  • Original Release Date: December 18, 1985
  • Number of Discs: 2
  • Format: Soundtrack
  • Label: Warner Bros / Wea
  • ASIN: B000002L96
  • Also Available in: Audio CD  |  Audio Cassette
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #135,833 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

Disc: 1
1. Overture: Miss Celie's Blues (Sister) /Celie Leaves With Mr. ...
2. Main Title
3. Celie Leaves With Mr.
4. Corrine and Olivia
5. Nettie Teaches Celie
6. Separation
7. Celie and Harpo Grow up/Mr. Dresses to See Shug
8. Careless Love
9. Sophis Leaves Harpo
10. Celie Cooks Shug Breakfast
See all 17 tracks on this disc
Disc: 2
1. First Letter
2. Letter Search
3. Nettie's Letters
4. High Life/Proud Theme
5. King J.B.
6. Heaven Delongs to You
7. Katutoka Corrine
8. Celie Shaves Mr. /Scarification Ceremony
9. I'm Here
10. Champagne Train
See all 13 tracks on this disc

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Quincy Jones, The Color Purple Soundtrack --This text refers to an alternate Audio CD edition.

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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars One of my favorites, March 18, 2001
By "loryhey" (Brooklyn, NY United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Color Purple (Audio Cassette)
The soundtrack to the move of The Color Purple is one of my favorite albums of all time. I have been listening to it since I bought my extended play cassette version when I was in high school (and had to save up to afford it). Not only does listening to the album take one through the emotional experience of watching the movie (or reading the book), but it also stands alone. The music is sophisticated and deeply touching - often evoking a visceral and spiritual response that is damn near inspirational. I cannot find words to describe how much Quincy Jones' music from The Color Purple has influenced my life and my musical sensabilities. Simply brilliant.
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14 of 16 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring, December 29, 2002
By Myrtle Darden (Durham, NC) - See all my reviews
I received this soundtrack as a birthday gift and it is the best CD in my collection and the best birthday gift I've ever received. The music inspires, uplifts, and relaxes you. "Miss Celie's Blues (Sister)" and "Maybe God is Trying to Tell you Somthin' are my favorites because I like the messages in both songs. When listening to the CD, it takes me back to the scenes in the movie when that particular song is playing. I love Whoopi's expression when Shug is singing "Sister" to her. It always brings a smile to my face. I will definitely enjoy this CD for a long time.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Some of the Most Beautiful Music Your Will Ever Hear!!, June 11, 2005
By curtis jeffries (Round Rock, TX United States) - See all my reviews
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Words alone cannot begin to describe the beautiful music of these two cds! I am fortunate enough to own 2 original copys of both The Color Purple & Roots, both cds are incredibly inspirational and proof of Quincy Jones' Genius. The music is so powerful, at times it makes you smile, at times it'll make you cry, but above all, its music that leaves you with such an appreciation for love & life, its a true treasure to have. The music lifts your spirits, its a combination of classical, spiritual, blues and jazz. I wish everyone could experience the power of this music, its amazing, it ranks at the top of my music library as some of the best music I've ever heard. Although long out of print, I'm not surprise at how expensive the asking price has grown for those who have copies in their possession. If you can get your hands on a copy, trust me, its worth it!!
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5.0 out of 5 stars The Color Purple CD
Absolutely great movie with so much good music, had to buy the CD. Glad we did. We love so many types of music, but this also has some great turn of the century gospel music in it.
Published 9 months ago by VetteGirl

5.0 out of 5 stars What a ride!
Listening to this music will instantly transport you to another time and place. It will certainly stir emotions experienced in the movie and remind you again of just how touching... Read more
Published 12 months ago by Need2Read

3.0 out of 5 stars Good Music Short Songs
This CD has some wonderful music on it, however there is nothing beyond what was literally in the movie. So there are some great songs that are only 30 seconds long. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Joseph Jackson

4.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Album
This is a wonderful soundtrack! I originally owned the cassette version of it. My 2 favorite songs are "Sister (Miss Celie's Blues)" and "Maybe God's Trying To Tell you... Read more
Published 17 months ago by K. Jones

4.0 out of 5 stars Just What I Ordered
I have been looking for this CD forever. I was told that it was "out of print". I was thrilled when I found it and it was reasonably priced. Read more
Published 18 months ago by DeAnn E. Kenney-Garrett

5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous
If you've seen the movie, listening to the CD is like watching it again, but with your eyes closed. If you've seen the movie as many times as I have, you'll know exactly which... Read more
Published 18 months ago by D. T.-C.

5.0 out of 5 stars Interlude is great.
I wanted a CD that captured the mood and feelings of the movie. The score sort of recycles itself. Its important to know the title of the song so that you can understand the... Read more
Published on March 8, 2007 by J. Nieves

5.0 out of 5 stars great musik
This cd is the parfait double of the film.
You just have to lesson it for being in the film. Great tunes.
Published on March 8, 2007 by joddy

4.0 out of 5 stars A must have!
This is a good cd, although it was not exactly what I was expecting. I was hoping for more lyrics in the songs rather than just the music, as it was sung in the movie. Read more
Published on February 21, 2007 by Joseph E. Talbot

5.0 out of 5 stars Put it on and dream
The music is so pleasant. It is something that inspires thought.
Published on January 9, 2007 by S. Myles-Adams

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