What makes Frantic Romantic by Jermaine Stewart notable?

'Frantic Romantic' features the hit single 'We Don’t Have to Take Our Clothes Off,' which reached No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, showcasing Stewart’s ability to blend pop with socially conscious themes. The album not only solidified Stewart's place in the music industry but also became emblematic of the dance-pop era of the mid-1980s. Released on June 21, 1986, 'Frantic Romantic' was Jermaine Stewart's debut album after transitioning from his work with the group The Blackbyrds. This album marked his entry into solo stardom, establishing him in the contemporary R&B scene just as he began to gain recognition for his dynamic vocal style and engaging performances.

Who is Frantic Romantic for?

Frantic Romantic works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, long, immersive listening sessions and uplifting background ambiance.

How many songs are on Frantic Romantic?

Frantic Romantic has 12 tracks, running approximately 58 minutes.

Released 40 years ago this June

Frantic Romantic

Jermaine Stewart · 1986

58 min · 12 tracks · contemporary R&B

Uplifting grooves and playful lyrics create a vibrant soundscape of 80s pop and R&B.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady, consistent energy levels
long, immersive listening sessions
uplifting background ambiance
playful and vibrant moods

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on June 21, 1986, 'Frantic Romantic' was Jermaine Stewart's debut album after transitioning from his work with the group The Blackbyrds. This album marked his entry into solo stardom, establishing him in the contemporary R&B scene just as he began to gain recognition for his dynamic vocal style and engaging performances.
Stylistic neighbors: Mary J. Blige· Common· Bobby Brown

Tracklist

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

1 We Don’t Have to Take Our Clothes Off 4:54
2 Versatile 4:01
3 Moonlight Carnival 3:47
4 Don't Ever Leave Me 5:03
5 Dance Floor 4:45
6 Jody 5:35
7 Give Your Love to Me 4:25
8 Out to Punish 4:54
9 The Word Is Out 3:32
10 Frantic Romantic 4:33
11 We Don’t Have to Take Our Clothes Off (Special extended version) 5:55
12 The Word Is Out (West mix) (extended version) 6:53

What to play next

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