Another Level cover

Another Level

Blackstreet · 1996

70 min · 19 tracks · new jack swing

A smooth blend of R&B grooves and hip-hop rhythms, showcasing Blackstreet's signature new jack swing style.

Why this album works

'Another Level' is significant for its chart success, featuring the iconic hit 'No Diggity', which reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100. The album received widespread acclaim and showcased the evolution of new jack swing, influencing future artists and cementing Blackstreet's legacy in the genre.
Best for
wave-like dynamic flow long immersive listening sessions smooth background grooves
Context
Released in 1996, 'Another Level' was Blackstreet's second studio album and followed their successful self-titled debut. At this point, the group was solidifying their place in the R&B landscape after gaining recognition with hits like 'Before I Let You Go'. The album marked a key moment in their career as they expanded their sound and commercial appeal.
Stylistic neighbors
En Vogue· Bobby Brown· New Edition

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Black & Street Intro 1:13
  • 2 This Is How We Roll 3:30
  • 3 No Diggity Standout 5:04
  • 4 Fix 4:05
  • 5 Good Lovin’ Standout 4:31
  • 6 Let’s Stay in Love 4:14
  • 7 We Gonna Take U Back (lude) / Don’t Leave Me 5:17
  • 8 Never Gonna Let You Go 5:00
  • 9 I Wanna Be Your Man Standout 4:05
  • 10 Taja’s Lude (interlude) 0:26
  • 11 My Paradise (interlude) 2:11
  • 12 Deja’s Poem 0:24
  • 13 (Money Can’t) Buy Me Love 3:30
  • 14 Blackstreet (on the Radio) (radio interview) 3:23
  • 15 I Can’t Get You (Out of My Mind) 4:45
  • 16 I’ll Give It to You 4:17
  • 17 Happy Song (Tonite) 5:38
  • 18 Motherlude 4:36
  • 19 The Lord Is Real (Time Will Reveal) 4:13

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