What makes All Mixed Up by Alexander O'Neal notable?

All Mixed Up reached significant commercial success, peaking at number 10 on the UK Albums Chart and solidifying O'Neal's status in the music industry. The album's remixes gained traction in club scenes, reflecting the growing popularity of dance music during this era and influencing subsequent artists within the genre. Released in early 1987, All Mixed Up was Alexander O'Neal's third studio album, following his successful self-titled debut and Hearsay. At this point in his career, he was establishing himself as a prominent figure in the contemporary R&B scene, blending elements of funk, soul, and new wave to create a distinctive sound.

Who is All Mixed Up for?

All Mixed Up works well if you're into steady grooves for dancing, extended mixes for deep enjoyment and club-ready vibes throughout.

How many songs are on All Mixed Up?

All Mixed Up has 10 tracks, running approximately 67 minutes.

All Mixed Up

Alexander O'Neal · 1987

67 min · 10 tracks · contemporary R&B

A vibrant fusion of funk and synth-pop, pulsating with energetic beats and soulful melodies that invite the dance floor.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Criticize (Ben Liebrand remix) — This track exemplifies O'Neal's ability to blend emotive lyrics with infectious rhythms, highlighting the album's dance-oriented approach while showcasing his vocal prowess.
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(What Can I Say) To Make You Love Me (Hateful Club mix) — The extended mix transforms a heartfelt ballad into a club anthem, emphasizing the emotional depth of the lyrics against a backdrop of energetic beats.
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Never Knew Love Like This (extended version) — This track captures the essence of romantic longing with its lush instrumentation and soaring vocals, making it a standout representation of O'Neal's stylistic range.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady grooves for dancing
extended mixes for deep enjoyment
club-ready vibes throughout
late-night party atmosphere

Maybe skip if you

prefer short, standalone tracks
seek immediate gratification

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in early 1987, All Mixed Up was Alexander O'Neal's third studio album, following his successful self-titled debut and Hearsay. At this point in his career, he was establishing himself as a prominent figure in the contemporary R&B scene, blending elements of funk, soul, and new wave to create a distinctive sound.
Stylistic neighbors: Gerald Levert· Keith Sweat· Johnny Gill

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Fake 88 (House mix) 6:58
2 (What Can I Say) To Make You Love Me (Hateful Club mix) 6:47
3 Never Knew Love Like This (extended version) 5:38
4 Criticize (Ben Liebrand remix) 7:24
5 The Lovers (extended version) 7:02
6 Criticize (remix) 7:02
7 (What Can I Say) To Make You Love Me (Ben Liebrand remix) 6:41
8 Fake (extended version) 5:18
9 You Were Meant to Be My Lady (88 Keith Cohen Extended remix) 6:44
10 Innocent (88 Keith Cohen House mix) 7:59

What to play next

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Hearsay

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