G Force cover

G Force

Kenny G · 1983

38 min · 8 tracks · easy listening · adult contemporary music · smooth jazz

Smooth saxophone melodies weave through lush arrangements, creating a laid-back atmosphere perfect for relaxation.

Why this album works

'G Force' played a significant role in establishing Kenny G as a household name in smooth jazz. It reached No. 10 on the Billboard Jazz Albums chart and helped secure his reputation for melodic instrumental music that appealed to a broad audience.
Best for
laid-back relaxation sessions steady melodic exploration background for intimate gatherings
Context
Released as Kenny G's third studio album, 'G Force' came at a crucial time in his career following the success of 'Duotones' in 1986. By this point, he was solidifying his signature smooth jazz sound, which would later lead to his commercial peak in the late 1980s and early 1990s.
Stylistic neighbors
The Carpenters· Norah Jones· Spyro Gyra

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Hi, How Ya Doin’? Standout 5:38
  • 2 I’ve Been Missin’ You Standout 4:17
  • 3 Tribeca 4:40
  • 4 G Force Standout 4:59
  • 5 Do Me Right 4:37
  • 6 I Wanna Be Yours 4:31
  • 7 Sunset at Noon 5:17
  • 8 Help Yourself to My Love 4:46

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