All or Nothing – US Remix Album cover

All or Nothing – US Remix Album

Milli Vanilli · 1989

43 min · 9 tracks · contemporary R&B

Upbeat dance remixes blend infectious pop hooks with R&B grooves, creating a party atmosphere that's both energetic and catchy.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Blame It on the Rain (super club mix) — This remix enhances the original's emotional delivery with an infectious beat and dynamic production, making it a staple on dance floors.
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    Girl You Know It’s True (N.Y. Subway mix) — This version takes one of their most iconic tracks and infuses it with a fresh energy that showcases their appeal in club settings.
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    Baby Don’t Forget My Number (N.Y. Subway mix) — With its upbeat tempo and catchy hooks, this remix exemplifies the duo's signature sound while enhancing their appeal to a dance-oriented audience.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

46 /100
Foothills
Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album effectively reinterprets hits for dance floors but lacks depth beyond its remix nature.

What we noticed

  • The album features remixes of previously released tracks, each with a distinct dance-oriented arrangement that emphasizes upbeat tempos and electronic instrumentation.
  • Several tracks incorporate extended intros and outros, enhancing their suitability for club play and creating a seamless flow between songs.
  • The remixes often highlight different vocal elements, with some versions featuring additional ad-libs and variations in phrasing compared to the original recordings.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady danceable rhythms throughout
  • for party atmospheres
  • catchy hooks for sing-alongs
  • nostalgic vibes of late '80s
  • great for upbeat workouts

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer slow, introspective music
  • dislike repetitive dance beats

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'All or Nothing – US Remix Album' was released in January 1989, Milli Vanilli had already achieved significant fame with their debut album. This remix collection came shortly after their breakthrough success, as they were navigating the heights of pop stardom while preparing for their next studio project.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Blame It on the Rain (super club mix) 6:43
  • 2 More Than You’ll Ever Know 3:53
  • 3 Take It as It Comes 4:12
  • 4 It’s Your Thing 4:06
  • 5 Dreams to Remember (remix) 3:49
  • 6 All or Nothing (US club mix) 4:31
  • 7 Baby Don’t Forget My Number (N.Y. Subway mix) 4:54
  • 8 I’m Gonna Miss You (long version/remix) 5:07
  • 9 Girl You Know It’s True (N.Y. Subway mix) 6:28

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