What makes Do Me Right by The Detroit Emeralds notable?

Do Me Right achieved significant commercial success, peaking at number 20 on the Billboard R&B chart. The title track became a notable hit, helping to solidify the Detroit Emeralds' place in the rhythm and blues genre. This album also showcased their unique blend of soulful melodies and lyrical themes centered around love and relationships, influencing later artists in the genre. Released in 1971, Do Me Right was the Detroit Emeralds' debut album, marking their first major entry into the music scene. At this point, they were transitioning from local performers to national recording artists, following their initial success with singles like 'You’re Getting Too Smart.' This album established their sound and laid the groundwork for their subsequent popularity.

How many songs are on Do Me Right?

Do Me Right has 12 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.

Do Me Right

The Detroit Emeralds · 1971

37 min · 12 tracks · rhythm and blues

A blend of smooth vocal harmonies and infectious grooves that captures the essence of early 70s rhythm and blues.

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Do Me Right — The title track stands out with its catchy melody and danceable groove, perfectly encapsulating the band's vibrant sound and lyrical themes of love.
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Wear This Ring (with Love) — This track exemplifies the group's harmonic richness and emotional depth, exploring themes of commitment through lush instrumentation.
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What You Gonna Do About Me — This song showcases a more introspective side of the band, blending soulful vocals with poignant lyrics about vulnerability in relationships.

Tracklist

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1 Do Me Right 2:47
2 Wear This Ring (with Love) 3:13
3 Long Live the King 3:30
4 What You Gonna Do About Me 3:17
5 You Can't Take This Love for You, From Me 3:12
6 Just Now and Then 3:21
7 Lee 2:48
8 If I Lose Your Love 3:16
9 And I Love Her 3:15
10 I Can't See Myself (Doing without You) 3:18
11 Holding On 2:42
12 Admit Your Love Is Gone 3:11

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