D’Angelo – Brown Sugar

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Artist: D'Angelo

Title: Brown Sugar

Year: 1995

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  • 1. Brown Sugar (4:22)
  • 2. Alright (5:13)
  • 3. Jonz In My Bonz (5:56)
  • 4. Me And Those Dreamin' Eyes Of Mine (4:46)
  • 5. Shit, Damn, Motherfucker (5:14)
  • 6. Smooth (4:19)
  • 7. Cruisin' (6:24)
  • 8. When We Get By (5:44)
  • 9. Lady (5:46)
  • 10. Higher (5:27)

Review

D'Angelo's debut album "Brown Sugar," released in 1995, is a brilliant fusion of classic soul, contemporary R&B, and hip-hop elements. The album shimmers with its jazzy vibe, sensual vocals, and smooth melodies, all while drawing inspiration from legends like Prince, Isaac Hayes, and Marvin Gaye. The track "Brown Sugar" stands out with its catchy hooks and memorable melody, while "Cruisin'," a soulful cover of Smokey Robinson's hit, and "Lady," which highlights D'Angelo's vocal prowess, are just as captivating.

The album's production, notable for its use of live instruments and organic grooves, set it apart from the digitally-driven R&B of its time. This infusion of classic soul elements and live instrumentation helped solidify "Brown Sugar" as a pivotal release in the neo-soul movement. Garnering four Grammy nominations and achieving platinum status within a year, "Brown Sugar" not only brought commercial success but also influenced a new generation of musicians, making it a timeless gem in the R&B and soul genres. - Erika

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