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Anthology

Cameo · 2002

154 min · 30 tracks · funk · hip-hop · R&B

An infectious blend of funk grooves and soulful rhythms that encapsulate Cameo's vibrant legacy.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with high peaks
  • infectious grooves for dancing
  • laid-back vibes for gatherings
  • engaging sound for socializing
  • wave-like pacing for exploration

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek minimalistic soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
By 2002, Cameo was celebrating over two decades in the industry, having released their debut album in 1977. 'Anthology' serves as a comprehensive collection showcasing their evolution through the years, including hits like 'Word Up!' and 'Candy'. This album highlighted their sustained relevance within the funk and R&B scenes while also introducing new listeners to their extensive catalog.
Stylistic neighbors
Parliament· Earth, Wind & Fire· The Gap Band

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Rigor mortis 5:22
  • 2 Postmortem 4:22
  • 3 Funk Funk 4:50
  • 4 Find My Way (TGIF version) 5:00
  • 5 It’s Serious 8:08
  • 6 We All Know Who We Are 5:54
  • 7 Insane 4:59
  • 8 I Just Want to Be (12-Inch version) 6:20
  • 9 Sparkle 4:54
  • 10 Shake Your Pants 6:24
  • 11 We’re Goin’ Out Tonight 4:42
  • 12 Why Have I Lost You? (version 2) 5:16
  • 13 Keep It Hot 4:45
  • 14 Feel Me 6:09

Disc 2

  • 1 Freaky Dancin’ 5:23
  • 2 Don’t Be So Cool 4:14
  • 3 Just Be Yourself 4:09
  • 4 Flirt 4:09
  • 5 Alligator Woman/Secrets of Time 6:37
  • 6 Style (single version) 4:19
  • 7 She’s Strange 7:13
  • 8 Talkin’ Out the Side of Your Neck 4:08
  • 9 Hangin’ Downtown 5:09
  • 10 Attack Me With Your Love 4:33
  • 11 Single Life 4:29
  • 12 Word Up 4:21
  • 13 Candy 5:42
  • 14 Back and Forth 3:54
  • 15 Skin I’m In (single version) 4:39
  • 16 I Want It Now (single version) 4:29

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