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CeCe Peniston · 2000

79 min · 18 tracks · house · soul

An uplifting collection of dance-pop anthems infused with soulful vocals and infectious grooves.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • uplifting dance anthems for celebration
  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • for group sing-alongs
  • feel-good vibes for parties
  • soulful vocals that inspire movement

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, introspective music
  • seek standalone tracks only

Where this album fits

Career context
In 2000, CeCe Peniston was in a transitional phase after her initial rise to fame in the early '90s with hits like 'Finally.' This compilation album, released March 13, captures her signature sound while introducing newer tracks, showcasing her enduring appeal in the evolving pop and dance music landscape.
Stylistic neighbors
Crystal Waters· Robin S.· Jocelyn Brown

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Finally [Original 1991 Mix] 3:45
  • 2 We Got a Love Thang 3:42
  • 3 Keep on Walkin' 3:40
  • 4 I'm in the Mood 3:56
  • 5 You Win, I Win, We Lose 4:01
  • 6 Searchin' 3:44
  • 7 I'm Not Over You 4:19
  • 8 Hit by Love 4:36
  • 9 Keep Givin' Me Your Love 3:37
  • 10 Inside That I Cried 5:50
  • 11 It Should Have Been You 4:54
  • 12 Through These Doors 5:21
  • 13 I See Love 4:47
  • 14 Before I Lay (You Drive Me Crazy) 4:46
  • 15 Give What I'm Givin' 4:03
  • 16 Movin' On 3:42
  • 17 Crazy Love 4:44
  • 18 Somebody Else's Guy 5:36

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