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Post by Soulsista on Aug 12, 2021 10:46:53 GMT -5
Today's extras come to us by this legendary family group from Gary, Indiana. The lead single from their Triumph album peaked at #2 on the soul chart and #12 on the Hot 100 in 1980.
Lovely One - The Jacksons
The follow-up to Triumph was another Top 5 hit, spending 5 weeks at #2 on the soul chart in 1981. On the Hot 100, it topped out at #22. Tank sampled it in his 2014 song "You're My Star".
Heartbreak Hotel - The Jacksons
The title was later changed to "This Place Hotel" to avoid confusion with Elvis Presley's hit of the same name. |
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Post by Soulsista on Aug 14, 2021 11:43:40 GMT -5
Today's extra come to us by a couple of '70s mainstays. First, the final Top 20 hit on the soul chart by this Philadelphia-based group, peaking at #18 in 1980.
Hurry Up This Way Again - The Stylistics
Next, the final Top 10 soul hit for this group from The Windy City. It peaked at #7 in 1983.
Bottom's Up - The Chi-Lites
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Post by Soulsista on Aug 15, 2021 14:25:12 GMT -5
Today's extra come to us by a member of the Jackson family. First, the lead single and title track for his final album at Motown. Featuring backing vocals by Devo, it peaked at #5 on the soul chart and #18 on the Hot 100 in 1982.
Let Me Tickle Your Fancy - Jermaine Jackson
Next, a duet with his superstar brother from his self-titled debut album for Arista. It wasn't released as a single, but topped the dance chart in 1984 and was nominated for a Grammy for Best R&B Vocal Performance By a Duo Or Group. Robert Palmer's cover version was released in 1989 and peaked at #60 on the Hot 100.
Tell Me I'm Not Dreamin' (Too Good To Be True) - Jermaine & Michael Jackson
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Soulsista
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Post by Soulsista on Aug 17, 2021 10:51:36 GMT -5
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Post by Soulsista on Aug 17, 2021 10:59:48 GMT -5
Today's extras are from the blockbuster album Thriller. First, a song that samples the Manu Dibango classic "Soul Makossa" and was later sampled in Rihanna's "Don't Stop The Music". It peaked at #5 on the soul and Hot 100 charts in 1983.
Wanna Be Startin' Somethin' - Michael Jackson
Next, a song that SWV sampled for the remix to their song "Right Here". It peaked at #27 soul and #7 on the Hot 100 in 1983.
Human Nature - Michael Jackson
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Post by Soulsista on Aug 18, 2021 10:38:17 GMT -5
A couple of extras today. First, the final Top 10 soul hit for this band from Los Angeles, peaking at #9 in 1982. It almost cracked the Top 40 on the Hot 100, peaking at #41. It's a song that was first recorded by The Miracles and later covered by Diana Ross & The Supremes and The Temptations.
I'll Try Something New - A Taste Of Honey
Next, a single that was comprised of two tracks. The main track, titled "Firecracker", was originally recorded by Martin Denny in 1959. This version peaked at #18 on the soul chart in 1980 and would later be sampled in the original version of Mariah Carey's "Loverboy"...and the original version of Jennifer Lopez's "I'm Real".
Computer Game - Yellow Magic Orchestra
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Post by Soulsista on Aug 19, 2021 10:36:34 GMT -5
Today's extras come to us by this late singer from Milwaukee. First, one of his 4 Top 10 hits on the soul chart, peaking at #6 in 1983. It also rose to #21 on the Hot 100.
Mornin' - Al Jarreau
Al recorded an update version of the song with George Benson that topped the jazz chart in 2006.
The follow-up to "Mornin'" was another Top 10 on the soul chart, peaking at #9 in 1983.
Boogie Down - Al Jarreau
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Post by Soulsista on Aug 20, 2021 10:12:30 GMT -5
7 DAYS LEFT! |
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Post by back2blk on Aug 20, 2021 10:18:19 GMT -5
I'll be here. Almost ready.
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Post by Soulsista on Aug 20, 2021 10:28:44 GMT -5
Today's extras are a couple of pop crossovers. The biggest hit on the soul chart by this singer from Washington State peaked at #19 in 1980. It also climbed to #11 on the Hot 100. Features vocals by Michael McDonald, who also co-wrote the song. It won a Grammy for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance.
This Is It - Kenny Loggins
This duo from Philadelphia had 2 songs reach the Top 10 of the soul chart. We'll hear the first later in the rankdown. The second is this song, which peaked at #8 in 1983. It was also a Top 10 on the Hot 100, peaking at #7.
One On One - Hall & Oates
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Post by Soulsista on Aug 21, 2021 10:32:53 GMT -5
Today's extras come to us by this Cuban-Puerto Rican singer from NYC. First up, the biggest hit of her career. It peaked at #2 on the dance chart and #5 on the soul chart in 1983.
Too Tough - Angela Bofill
The follow-up to "Too Tough" was this ballad, which reached #12 soul in 1983.
Tonight I Give In - Angela Bofill
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Post by Soulsista on Aug 22, 2021 12:25:05 GMT -5
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Post by Soulsista on Aug 22, 2021 12:34:18 GMT -5
Today's extras are a couple of dance charttoppers by this singer from DC. First, the follow-up to her big hit "Let The Music Play". It peaked at #6 on the soul chart in 1984.
Give Me Tonight - Shannon
Next, the lead single and title track from her second album. It peaked at #13 soul in 1985.
Do You Wanna Get Away - Shannon
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Post by #LisaRinna on Aug 22, 2021 13:12:02 GMT -5
Submitted. This was a big ass Sophie's choice for the most part :'(
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Post by Soulsista on Aug 23, 2021 10:32:47 GMT -5
Today's extras come to us by this Minneapolis-based band. First, their second single to reach the Top 10 of the soul chart, peaking at #7 in 1982. It was also their first Hot 100 entry.
Cool - The Time
Next, the follow-up to their hit "Jungle Love". It peaked at #33 soul and #36 on the Hot 100 in 1985 and would be their last single together for 5 years. This was performed in the movie Purple Rain.
The Bird - The Time
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Post by gonecountry on Aug 23, 2021 11:12:32 GMT -5
Today's extras are a couple of dance charttoppers by this singer from DC. First, the follow-up to her big hit "Let The Music Play". It peaked at #6 on the soul chart in 1984.
Give Me Tonight - Shannon
Next, the lead single and title track from her second album. It peaked at #13 soul in 1985.
Do You Wanna Get Away - Shannon
Damn, I love Shannon. Give Me Tonight is THE JAM. Love it. Am hard at work on submitting. It goes without saying, this is HARD. |
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Soulsista
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Post by Soulsista on Aug 24, 2021 10:25:46 GMT -5
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Post by Soulsista on Aug 24, 2021 10:34:33 GMT -5
Today's extras come to us by this Italian-American band. First, one of two songs to feature vocals by Luther Vandross. It topped the dance chart and peaked at #23 on the soul chart in 1980.
Searching - Change
Next, their final Top 10 hit. Written and produced by Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis, it peaked at #7 soul in 1984.
Change Of Heart - Change
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Post by SHOOTER on Aug 24, 2021 11:41:44 GMT -5
This shit is impossible!
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Post by back2blk on Aug 24, 2021 12:35:09 GMT -5
Yeah, I kinda stressed doing this one. Like, Janet was lower than I usually place her!
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Post by gonecountry on Aug 24, 2021 15:49:30 GMT -5
Passing a kidney stone, or maybe even a kidney, might be easier.
I'm down to my final 5.
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Post by Soulsista on Aug 25, 2021 11:11:47 GMT -5
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Post by Soulsista on Aug 25, 2021 11:21:03 GMT -5
The first extra for today was one of the first Top 10 hits for this band from The Big Apple. It peaked at #10 on the soul chart in 1980.
Shake Your Pants - Cameo
Next, the second Top 40 on the soul chart for this late singer from California, rising to #21 in 1980.
Behind The Groove - Teena Marie
Finally, the follow-up to their hit "Joanna". It peaked at #7 soul and #13 on the Hot 100 in 1984.
Tonight - Kool & The Gang
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Post by gonecountry on Aug 25, 2021 12:32:07 GMT -5
Love "Tonight". Had it been on the Emergency album, I think it would have performed better.
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Post by 🇯🇲 dollybaby 🇯🇲 on Aug 25, 2021 16:47:26 GMT -5
Sooo hard to rank these down! Such a strong crop of songs! :o
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Post by SHOOTER on Aug 25, 2021 19:01:00 GMT -5
I tried to mix up my list and not have it stopped with the obvious choices all on top but dammit I love this whole list! Soulsista must be stopped.
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Post by CagedJuggalo The Third Tanker on Aug 26, 2021 4:38:42 GMT -5
There's one song I'm tanking
Everyone knows it
The rest of my Top is absolutely gonna be a shit show
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Post by Soulsista on Aug 26, 2021 11:15:30 GMT -5
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Post by Soulsista on Aug 26, 2021 11:27:10 GMT -5
Today's extras come to us by this legend from Nutbush, Tennessee. First, her take on Al Green's #1 classic from 1972. Her version peaked at #3 on the soul chart and #26 on the Hot 100 in 1984.
Let's Stay Together - Tina Turner
Next, the follow-up to her #1 smash "What's Love Got To Do With It". It peaked at #6 soul and #5 on the Hot 100 in 1984.
Better Be Good To Me - Tina Turner
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Post by Ivy Leegueâ„¢ on Aug 27, 2021 5:22:30 GMT -5
Will be late tonight but will get this to you!!
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Heavy on the unless.
