Soulsista
Diamond Member
Room for one more, honey.
Joined: December 2006
Posts: 11,875
|
Post by Soulsista on Jun 14, 2023 10:41:08 GMT -5
Continuing on with the next installment in this series, it's now time for 1997 to get its turn in the spotlight. There were 11 songs that topped the R&B chart in '97, and here they are: Don't Let Go (Love) - En Vogue On & On - Erykah Badu In My Bed - Dru Hill Can't Nobody Hold Me Down - Puff Daddy feat. Mase Hypnotize - The Notorious B.I.G. G.H.E.T.T.O.U.T. - Changing Faces I'll Be Missing You - Puff Daddy & Faith Evans feat. 112 Never Make a Promise - Dru Hill You Make Me Wanna... - Usher My Body - LSG A Song For Mama - Boyz II Men YouTube PlaylistSpotify Playlist:Final rankings will use an inverse point system. You may rank whichever version (single edit, remix, etc.) you prefer. I've included two versions of "In My Bed" in the Spotify playlist. Please rank only ONE version, you don't need to specify which. Submissions are tentatively due July 28. Links to previous rankdowns: 1976 1977 1978 19791980 1981 1982 1983 1984 1985 1986 1987 1988 19891990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996Best Of The '80s |
|
CF15
9x Platinum Member
Joined: May 2017
Posts: 9,356 
|
Post by CF15 on Jun 14, 2023 12:03:01 GMT -5
I already know my top 4, but don't know the order. This shouldn't take too long.
|
|
|
|
Post by Private Dancer on Jun 14, 2023 12:06:33 GMT -5
I already see my number one
|
|
CF15
9x Platinum Member
Joined: May 2017
Posts: 9,356
|
Post by CF15 on Jun 14, 2023 13:10:12 GMT -5
Was able to send quickly. Yeah, this was a stark contrast to some of the previous ones. I love my top 4, but the drop-off gets very steep from there. Can't say I care much for half the list.
|
|
Soulsista
Diamond Member
Room for one more, honey.
Joined: December 2006
Posts: 11,875
|
Post by Soulsista on Jun 15, 2023 10:46:27 GMT -5
It may not be Sunday, but kicking off our extras is a song that will definitely take you to church. Released by a gospel choir from Dallas, it topped the R&B airplay chart. Samples "One Nation Under a Groove" by Funkadelic and features Kirk Franklin and Cheryl "Salt" James.
Stomp - God's Property
|
|
B-Boy
Diamond Member
Joined: June 2008
Posts: 14,534
|
Post by B-Boy on Jun 15, 2023 18:24:57 GMT -5
"Stomp" will always have a special place in my heart. I will say this, my local gospel station was not messing with the remix at all so all I've heard was the original version. I remember seeing the tail end of the music video back then, but didn't realize they used the remix until years later.
|
|
beyoncelover
4x Platinum Member
Joined: November 2006
Posts: 4,585
|
Post by beyoncelover on Jun 15, 2023 20:20:32 GMT -5
Oooh a nice short list for this year!  I see a number of songs I love, some I like and some I'm not as familiar with, so a wide mixture. Can't wait to start working on this soon. Oooh and what a great first extra to kick off the extras. I really love "Stomp." Such a fun and catchy song! That would have gotten a high ranking from me here. |
|
Soulsista
Diamond Member
Room for one more, honey.
Joined: December 2006
Posts: 11,875
|
Post by Soulsista on Jun 17, 2023 11:17:55 GMT -5
First extra for today was the biggest hit by this member of the Geto Boys. It peaked at #2 on the rap chart, #4 on the R&B chart, and #12 on the Hot 100. Features 2Pac and Johnny P and contains an interpolation of "Tell Me If You Still Care" by The S.O.S. Band.
Smile - Scarface
And here we have another 2Pac song, but under a different alias. Featuring the rap group Outlawz and vocals by Prince Ital Joe, it peaked at #4 rap and #12 R&B.
Hail Mary - Makaveli
|
|
Soulsista
Diamond Member
Room for one more, honey.
Joined: December 2006
Posts: 11,875
|
Post by Soulsista on Jun 18, 2023 14:30:42 GMT -5
Today's extra comes from her Bad As I Wanna B album. It topped the rap chart and peaked at #5 on the R&B chart and #11 on the Hot 100. The original version samples "Top Billin'" by Audio Two, while the single remix, which was produced by Puffy, samples "Upside Down" by Diana Ross and features Missy Elliott.
Cold Rock a Party - MC Lyte
Original version:
|
|
Soulsista
Diamond Member
Room for one more, honey.
Joined: December 2006
Posts: 11,875
|
Post by Soulsista on Jun 20, 2023 11:06:12 GMT -5
First extra for today was the final single from their Mission To Please album. It peaked at #12 on the R&B chart.
Tears - The Isley Brothers
Next, the lead single from her album Flame. Co-written and co-produced by Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis, it topped the dance chart and peaked at #12 for R&B.
When You Talk About Love - Patti LaBelle
|
|
Soulsista
Diamond Member
Room for one more, honey.
Joined: December 2006
Posts: 11,875
|
Post by Soulsista on Jun 21, 2023 10:31:02 GMT -5
|
|
beyoncelover
4x Platinum Member
Joined: November 2006
Posts: 4,585
|
Post by beyoncelover on Jun 21, 2023 20:27:14 GMT -5
Of the extras, I do really love MC Lyte's "Cold Rock a Party." Such a jam!
|
|
PREDS PRIDE
Platinum Member
Joined: April 2021
Posts: 1,060
Pronouns: he/him
|
Post by PREDS PRIDE on Jun 22, 2023 9:11:48 GMT -5
i plan on doing this, please tag me so i don't forget
|
|
Soulsista
Diamond Member
Room for one more, honey.
Joined: December 2006
Posts: 11,875
|
Post by Soulsista on Jun 22, 2023 11:16:51 GMT -5
Today's extras are from his All That I Am album. This song peaked at #5 on the R&B chart and #21 on the Hot 100, and was also featured on the Booty Call soundtrack. It was later interpolated in Big Pun's "Still Not a Player".
Don't Wanna Be a Player - Joe
His next single wasn't commercially released in the US, but peaked at #7 on the R&B airplay chart.
The Love Scene - Joe
|
|
CF15
9x Platinum Member
Joined: May 2017
Posts: 9,356
|
Post by CF15 on Jun 22, 2023 18:49:01 GMT -5
"Smile" would have definitely been in my top 5, no question.
|
|
Soulsista
Diamond Member
Room for one more, honey.
Joined: December 2006
Posts: 11,875
|
Post by Soulsista on Jun 24, 2023 11:01:20 GMT -5
Today's extras are by this female rapper from Brooklyn. The second single from her debut album Ill Na Na was produced by Trackmasters and peaked at #2 on the rap chart, #5 on the R&B chart, and #7 on the Hot 100. Featuring Jay-Z, it samples "I'll Be Good" by René & Angela.
I'll Be - Foxy Brown
Her next single was featured on the soundtrack to Def Jam's How To Be a Player. Produced by Trackmasters and featuring Dru Hill, it peaked at #9 rap and #10 R&B. Samples "She's a Bad Mama Jama" by Carl Carlton.
Big Bad Mamma - Foxy Brown
|
|
Soulsista
Diamond Member
Room for one more, honey.
Joined: December 2006
Posts: 11,875
|
Post by Soulsista on Jun 25, 2023 14:05:39 GMT -5
Today's extras are from her Hard Core album, and they both were hits in remixed form. This single peaked at #9 on the R&B airplay chart, features The Notorious B.I.G. on the hook, and was later sampled in Mariah Carey's "A No No". Even though the original version is on the album, she's only heard on the remix.
Crush On You (Remix) - Lil Kim feat. Lil Cease
Her next single peaked at #2 rap, #3 R&B, and #6 on the Hot 100. The remix was featured on the Nothing To Lose soundtrack and samples "Ladies Night" by Kool & The Gang. It also received a Grammy nomination for Best Rap Performance By a Duo Or Group.
Not Tonight (Remix) - Lil Kim feat. Da Brat, Left Eye, Missy Elliott & Angie Martinez
|
|
Soulsista
Diamond Member
Room for one more, honey.
Joined: December 2006
Posts: 11,875
|
Post by Soulsista on Jun 27, 2023 10:28:14 GMT -5
First extra for today was the follow-up to their #1 "Last Night". A remake of a 1982 hit by Chicago, it peaked at #20 on the R&B chart and #8 on the Hot 100. The remix features the man who sang lead on the original.
Hard To Say I'm Sorry - Az Yet feat. Peter Cetera
Next, the lead single from their sophomore album Still Climbing. It was their final Top 10 on the R&B chart, peaking at #6, and was their final Hot 100 entry, peaking at #39.
5 Miles To Empty - Brownstone
|
|
Soulsista
Diamond Member
Room for one more, honey.
Joined: December 2006
Posts: 11,875
|
Post by Soulsista on Jun 28, 2023 10:47:31 GMT -5
|
|
beyoncelover
4x Platinum Member
Joined: November 2006
Posts: 4,585
|
Post by beyoncelover on Jun 28, 2023 11:04:09 GMT -5
I still hope to work on this soon. I missed a lot of extras, but of those that I missed, my favorite ones would be:
"Don't Wanna Be a Player"
"I'll Be"
"Crush On You (Remix)"
"Not Tonight (Remix)"
|
|
Soulsista
Diamond Member
Room for one more, honey.
Joined: December 2006
Posts: 11,875
|
Post by Soulsista on Jun 29, 2023 10:38:07 GMT -5
Today's extras are from his debut album. The follow-up to his breakthrough hit "Ascension (Don't Ever Wonder)" peaked at #23 on the R&B chart.
Sumthin' Sumthin' - Maxwell
While this song was on his debut album, it was a live version from MTV Unplugged that charted. It peaked at #54 R&B and received a Grammy nomination for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance.
Whenever Wherever Whatever - Maxwell
There was also a music video for the album version.
|
|
beyoncelover
4x Platinum Member
Joined: November 2006
Posts: 4,585
|
Post by beyoncelover on Jun 30, 2023 21:04:13 GMT -5
Finally sent my rankings!
I really love my Top 6 (all of which were a struggle to decide to rank) and also love my #7 & #8 to a lesser extent. I wasn't as familiar with my Bottom 3 but also enjoyed them too. Good and strong list overall.
|
|
Soulsista
Diamond Member
Room for one more, honey.
Joined: December 2006
Posts: 11,875
|
Post by Soulsista on Jul 1, 2023 10:27:08 GMT -5
First extra for today was the lead single from his album Waterbed Hev. It peaked at #2 on the rap chart, #5 on the R&B chart, and #18 on the Hot 100.
Big Daddy - Heavy D
Next, the biggest hit for this rapper from New Orleans. It peaked at #4 rap, #16 R&B, and #15 on the Hot 100. It was later interpolated in Cardi B's #1 hit "Bodak Yellow".
Da' Dip - Freak Nasty
|
|
312999
4x Platinum Member
Joined: May 2021
Posts: 4,204
|
Post by 312999 on Jul 1, 2023 11:50:22 GMT -5
Da Dip would have been high for me.
|
|
Soulsista
Diamond Member
Room for one more, honey.
Joined: December 2006
Posts: 11,875
|
Post by Soulsista on Jul 2, 2023 17:02:46 GMT -5
Today's extras are from her debut album Supa Dupa Fly. It peaked at #6 on the R&B airplay chart and samples "I Can't Stand The Rain" by Ann Peebles.
The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly) - Missy Elliott
The follow-up peaked at #4 R&B and #12 on the Hot 100 and features Da Brat. It was built on a sample of "Ready Or Not Here I Come (Can't Hide From Love)" by The Delfonics.
Sock It 2 Me - Missy Elliott
|
|
beyoncelover
4x Platinum Member
Joined: November 2006
Posts: 4,585
|
Post by beyoncelover on Jul 2, 2023 21:06:15 GMT -5
Both of those Missy songs (and videos) slay! I lovee "The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)" and really like "Sock It 2 Me" a lot!
|
|
Soulsista
Diamond Member
Room for one more, honey.
Joined: December 2006
Posts: 11,875
|
Post by Soulsista on Jul 4, 2023 11:17:37 GMT -5
First extra for today was the first charted single and biggest hit for this singer from Michigan. It peaked at #2 on the R&B chart and #6 on the Hot 100.
I Belong To You (Every Time I See Your Face) - Rome
Next, the final single from his self-titled debut album. It's his biggest hit and signature song, peaking at #6 R&B and #33 on the Hot 100. It also received a Grammy nomination for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance.
For You - Kenny Lattimore
|
|
Soulsista
Diamond Member
Room for one more, honey.
Joined: December 2006
Posts: 11,875
|
Post by Soulsista on Jul 5, 2023 11:00:06 GMT -5
|
|
Soulsista
Diamond Member
Room for one more, honey.
Joined: December 2006
Posts: 11,875
|
Post by Soulsista on Jul 6, 2023 11:02:28 GMT -5
Today's extras are by a female quartet from Long Island who were signed to Mariah Carey's short-lived label Crave Records. Their debut single peaked at #17 on the R&B chart and #35 on the Hot 100, and features Nas. Samples "The Bridge" by MC Shan.
Head Over Heels - Allure
Their biggest hit is a remake of a classic by Lisa Lisa & Cult Jam and Full Force. It peaked at #9 R&B and #4 on the Hot 100, and features this male quartet from Atlanta.
All Cried Out - Allure feat. 112
|
|
B-Boy
Diamond Member
Joined: June 2008
Posts: 14,534
|
Post by B-Boy on Jul 7, 2023 18:09:22 GMT -5
I love the Allure singles.
"Sock It 2 Me" is f**king addictive. lol. Missy and Brat can do no wrong on a track together.
|
|
