Candy Rain cover

Candy Rain

Soul for Real · 1995

46 min · 11 tracks · contemporary R&B

Smooth harmonies and infectious grooves define the lush R&B sound of Soul for Real's debut album.

Why this album works

'Candy Rain' achieved notable commercial success, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart and solidifying the group's place in 90s R&B. The titular track became a signature hit, which helped define the smooth sound of the genre during that era.
Career context
Released in January 1995, 'Candy Rain' marked Soul for Real's debut album, introducing the world to their unique blend of contemporary R&B. This release came at a time when boy bands were rising in popularity, positioning them among contemporaries like Boyz II Men and Jodeci.
Stylistic neighbors
Mary J. Blige· Aaliyah· Common

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Candy Rain Standout 4:36
  • 2 Every Little Thing I Do Standout 4:20
  • 3 All in My Mind 3:58
  • 4 If You Want It 3:35
  • 5 I Wanna Be Your Friend Standout 4:00
  • 6 Ain’t No Sunshine 1:14
  • 7 Spend the Night 4:46
  • 8 I Don’t Know 8:13
  • 9 If Only You Knew 5:51
  • 10 Thinking of You 4:47
  • 11 Piano Interlude 0:38

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