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Post by Soulsista on Mar 17, 2022 10:30:55 GMT -5
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Post by B-Boy on Mar 17, 2022 18:58:30 GMT -5
Some of the extras been on my mind for a while:
MC Lyte - "When In Love" - Between this and "Poor Georgie", I can tell she was going for a wider audience similar to Salt-N-Pepa.
Monie Love - "It's A Shame (My Sister)" - I enjoy both the original and the Cool As..mix with the Sister Sledge sample. The latter is much more fun and funkier.
B Angie B can saaaang. I want to add that she elevated "Juicy Gotcha Krazy" from two years prior.
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Post by Soulsista on Mar 18, 2022 11:01:34 GMT -5
Today's extras are by this hip hop act from NYC. The third single from their Blacks' Magic album peaked at #32 on the R&B chart and #21 on the Hot 100.
Do You Want Me - Salt-N-Pepa
The follow-up was their biggest hit on the Hot 100 up to that point, peaking at #13 and is considered one of their signature songs. However, it could only get to #51 on the R&B chart. Samples "I'll Take You There" by The Staple Singers.
Let's Talk About Sex - Salt-N-Pepa
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Post by B-Boy on Mar 18, 2022 15:40:00 GMT -5
I was thinking about those two songs this morning. I have memories of hearing them on the radio. And I'm quite surprised "Let's Talk About Sex" didn't perform well on the R&B chart.
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Post by Soulsista on Mar 19, 2022 11:07:02 GMT -5
First extra for today was the first charted single by DJ/rapper/producer straight outta Compton. It peaked at #4 on the rap chart and #16 on the Hot 100. Samples artists like Isaac Hayes and Funkadelic.
Born And Raised In Compton - DJ Quik
Next, the biggest hit for this hip hop group from New York. It peaked at #4 rap, #2 dance, #5 R&B, and #11 on the Hot 100. It also reached the Top 10 in many other countries. Features vocals by Aaron Hall and is a cover of the O'Jays/Third World song.
Now That We Found Love - Heavy D & The Boyz
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Post by Soulsista on Mar 21, 2022 10:04:00 GMT -5
First extra for today is the biggest hit by a singer who made guest appearances on Star Trek: Voyager and Babylon 5. It peaked at #7 on the R&B chart.
Never Been In Love Before - Marva Hicks
Next, the biggest hit by this group from Paterson, New Jersey. It peaked at #6 R&B and #25 on the Hot 100. Three of the members would later join the group Men Of Vizion.
My Heart Is Failing Me - Riff
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Post by Soulsista on Mar 23, 2022 10:25:57 GMT -5
First extra for today was the final Top 10 hit by this British group, peaking at #10 on the R&B chart. It's the first single with new members Linda Carriere and Sunay Suleyman, who joined after Steve Nichol and Jane Eugene left.
Don't Be a Fool - Loose Ends
Next, a song that was written and produced by Angela Winbush. It peaked at #18 R&B.
Baby Don't Cry - Lalah Hathaway
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Post by Soulsista on Mar 24, 2022 10:19:45 GMT -5
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Post by Soulsista on Mar 25, 2022 15:22:08 GMT -5
First extra for today was the first #1 on the rap chart by this duo from Long Island. It also peaked at #14 on the R&B chart.
Gold Digger - EPMD
Next, the first rap #1 by this rapper from Brooklyn. It also peaked at #33 R&B and was his only Hot 100 entry.
Treat 'Em Right - Chubb Rock
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Post by Soulsista on Mar 26, 2022 10:40:08 GMT -5
First extra for today was one of 15 Top 10s on the R&B chart by this late singer from Texas, peaking at #2.
Put Me In Your Mix - Barry White
Next, the first charted single for another native Texan. It peaked at #4 on the R&B chart.
Giving You All My Love - Chris Walker
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Post by Soulsista on Mar 28, 2022 10:23:06 GMT -5
First extra for today was the biggest hit by this jazz group. A remake of a song by Marvin Gaye, their version peaked at #2 on the R&B chart.
After The Dance - Fourplay feat. El DeBarge
Next, the first single by this band from White Plains with new member and former Miss Black America Rachel Oliver. It peaked at #7 R&B.
Love Crazy - Atlantic Starr
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Post by Soulsista on Mar 30, 2022 10:49:33 GMT -5
Today's extras are by this singer born in North Carolina and raised in DC. The lead single from his self-title sophomore album peaked at #13 on the R&B chart.
Head Over Heels - Tony Terry
The follow-up was his biggest hit and is considered his signature song. It peaked at #6 R&B and #14 on the Hot 100.
With You - Tony Terry
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Post by Soulsista on Mar 31, 2022 10:34:38 GMT -5
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Post by Soulsista on Apr 1, 2022 19:25:07 GMT -5
First extra for today was the follow-up to their #1 hit "Gonna Make You Sweat". Featuring Freedom Williams and Zelma Davis, it topped the dance chart, and peaked at #7 on the R&B chart and #3 on the Hot 100.
Here We Go (Let's Rock & Roll) - C+C Music Factory
Next, another dance charttopper, this one by a singer from New Jersey. Her first charted single also peaked at #25 R&B and #8 on the Hot 100, and was an international success. T.I. sampled it in his 2006 song "Why You Wanna".
Gypsy Woman (She's Homeless) - Crystal Waters
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Post by Soulsista on Apr 2, 2022 14:55:44 GMT -5
First extra for today was the final Top 10 hit for this singer from California. It peaked at #8 on the R&B chart.
If I Were a Bell - Teena Marie
Next, a song that was written and first recorded by Brenda Russell in 1988. The most successful version is by this singer from Seattle, who took it to #8 R&B and #5 on the Hot 100.
Get Here - Oleta Adams
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Post by Soulsista on Apr 4, 2022 10:18:07 GMT -5
Today's extras were the two biggest hits by this group from Atlanta. Their first charted single peaked at #6 on the R&B chart and #9 on the Hot 100.
Iesha - Another Bad Creation
The follow-up peaked at #4 R&B and #10 on the Hot 100.
Playground - Another Bad Creation
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Post by Soulsista on Apr 5, 2022 10:59:56 GMT -5
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Post by Soulsista on Apr 5, 2022 11:15:17 GMT -5
First extra for today was the sixth and final Top 10 hit for this singer from Mississippi. It peaked at #5 on the R&B chart and features Karyn White on backup vocals.
All True Man - Alexander O'Neal
Next, the first of his three Top 10 hits from the Jungle Fever soundtrack. It peaked at #3 R&B.
Gotta Have You - Stevie Wonder
Finally, the lead single from his Diamonds And Pearls album. It topped the dance chart, peaked at #6 on the R&B chart and #21 on the Hot 100.
New decade, new band.
Gett Off - Prince & The New Power Generation
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Post by Soulsista on Apr 6, 2022 11:46:24 GMT -5
First two extras for today are by this singer from Oakland. First, the follow-up to her #1 R&B hit "Love Makes Things Happen". It peaked at #4 on the R&B chart and was her final Hot 100 entry.
The music video features appearances by Tionne "T-Boz" Watkins and Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes of a then-unknown group she was managing at the time called TLC.
Backyard - Pebbles w/Salt-N-Pepa
The follow-up was her final Top 20 hit on the R&B chart, peaking at #13. Features vocals by Johnny Gill and cousin Cherrelle.
Always - Pebbles
Finally, the follow-up to her #1 R&B hit "How Can I Ease The Pain". It peaked at #7 R&B.
Save Me - Lisa Fischer
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Post by Soulsista on Apr 7, 2022 10:59:52 GMT -5
First two extras for today were by this Italian-based group, and like "Everybody Everybody", featured uncredited vocals by Martha Wash. The immediate follow-up to "Everybody Everybody" in the US topped the dance chart and peaked at #10 on the R&B chart and #23 on the Hot 100. It also hit the Top 10 in 9 other countries.
I Don't Know Anybody Else - Black Box
Their next release in the US was another dance charttopper. It also peaked at #16 R&B and #8 on the Hot 100.
Strike It Up - Black Box
Finally, the final entry on the R&B chart by this late singer from Boston, peaking at #17.
When Love Cries - Donna Summer
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Post by Soulsista on Apr 8, 2022 15:32:41 GMT -5
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Post by Soulsista on Apr 8, 2022 15:46:25 GMT -5
Today's extras were the final Top 10 hits by this legendary group from Ohio. They were also the last singles with member Sammy Strain, who left shortly after. The lead single from their Emotionally Yours album peaked at #2 on the R&B chart.
Don't Let Me Down - The O'Jays
The title track was the follow-up, and peaked at #5 R&B.
Emotionally Yours - The O'Jays
Finally, their final Top 10 R&B hit. This song peaked at #4.
Keep On Lovin' Me - The O'Jays
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Post by Soulsista on Apr 9, 2022 15:13:00 GMT -5
First two extras for today were by this trio from NYC. Their signature ballad peaked at #3 on the R&B chart and almost made the Top 40 on the Hot 100, stopping at #41.
Let's Chill - Guy
The follow-up was another Top 10 hit, peaking at #2 R&B.
Do Me Right - Guy feat. Heavy D
Finally, the breakthrough hit in the US by this dancehall artist from Jamaica. It peaked at #4 on the R&B chart and #37 on the Hot 100.
Housecall - Shabba Ranks feat. Maxi Priest
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Post by Soulsista on Apr 10, 2022 11:06:38 GMT -5
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Post by Soulsista on Apr 10, 2022 11:24:45 GMT -5
Today's extras are by this rapper from Queens. First, his first Top 10 hit on the Hot 100, peaking at #9. It also topped the rap chart and peaked at #5 for R&B. Samples "All Night Long" by the Mary Jane Girls and "Risin' To The Top" by Keni Burke.
Around The Way Girl - LL Cool J
The follow-up was the title track and another rap #1. Also peaked at #12 on the R&B chart and #17 on the Hot 100. Samples "Funky Drummer" by James Brown, "Gangster Boogie" by The Chicago Gangsters, "Trip To Your Heart" and "Sing a Simple Song" by Sly & The Family Stone, and his own "Rock The Bells". The inspiration for the song came from his grandmother, who after he had expressed doubts about his future in the music business told him to "knock out" his critics.
Mama Said Knock You Out - LL Cool J
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Post by #LisaRinna on Apr 10, 2022 12:51:59 GMT -5
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Post by Ivy Leegueâ„¢ on Apr 10, 2022 17:25:27 GMT -5
Man, revisiting the music of my youth and adolescence only reminds me just timeless Mariah Carey is - not only as a vocalist, but also as a songwriter. That combination is what elevates songs of hers that have similar stylings to some of the songs on this rankdown. I either forgot some of these songs existed in the first place or legit don't remember them. OK, that last sentence was extra salty, but re-listening to some of these really put me in a nice vibe, so I am happy with everything. Also, uptempos from this time period are dated AF and do NOT age well, in general. I make an exception for some though, like Johnny Gill. On the plus side, the current generation of singers - both male and female - simply cannot hold a candle to the singers of the 80s or 90s. They really SOLD what could be forgettable, average songs with their voices alone. It's wild that the likes of Tracie Spencer could be considered a lightweight when compared to Mariah, Vanessa, Phyllis, etc. but she could blow these girls today out of the water without even breaking a sweat. Regarding sexuality, I get why it was absolutely LETHAL and career-ending back then to come out as gay or sexually fluid, but it saddens me to hear men like Tevin Campbell, Luther Vandross, Keith Washington, and Freddie Jackson (to say the least) being forced to suppress their true selves so the record labels could stay rich. Sure, they got careers out of it, but still...such a bargain with the devil. It seems that they were, at least, protected by the women in the industry. Obviously, they were all in on the secret. I'm sure the slumber parties were LIT though! One of my faves on this list is by an artist I never really liked, honestly, but...something about this song captured my soul. Y'all will tank it because it's extremely mushy, but I was a hopeless romantic as a child. I grew out of that phase, Thank God. That said, there are at least 20 MUCH stronger songs on this list, so I wouldn't be surprised if it went out early. One of the songs here is SO overrated and I can't stand the artist, so I wish it would leave early, but it wouldn't surprise me if it wins, LOL. OMG, I forgot that BeBe & CeCe were out here slaying mainstream radio with their Jesus Jams. I grew up listening to them and I remember buying the greatest hits on CD.
Thanks for putting this together! Other than my bottom 3, I liked everything!
Lastly, the world was ROBBED of a Mariah x Peabo collab.
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Post by Soulsista on Apr 11, 2022 10:39:48 GMT -5
First extra for today was from the soundtrack of the movie Boyz N The Hood. Though it wasn't officially released as a single, it's one of their most well-known songs.
Me And You - Tony! Toni! Toné!
Next, a song from the soundtrack to New Jack City. It peaked at #27 on the R&B chart.
I'm Still Waiting - Johnny Gill
Finally, the follow-up to his hit "Power Of Love/Love Power". It peaked at #4 R&B and #9 on the Hot 100.
Don't Want To Be a Fool - Luther Vandross
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Post by Soulsista on Apr 12, 2022 10:28:44 GMT -5
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Post by Soulsista on Apr 12, 2022 10:47:30 GMT -5
First extra for today was his follow-up to "Ice Ice Baby". It peaked at #22 on the R&B chart and #4 on the Hot 100, and sampled the Wild Cherry hit of the same name.
Play That Funky Music - Vanilla Ice
Fun fact: this was originally the A-side and "Ice Ice Baby" was the B-side.
Next, the biggest hit by this interracial hip hop act from Queens. Topping the rap chart and peaking at #26 R&B and #29 on the Hot 100, it takes shots at MC Hammer and especially Vanilla Ice. Samples numerous songs, including Peter Gabriel's "Sledgehammer".
Pop Goes The Weasel - 3rd Bass
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