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Glow

Rick James · 1985

42 min · 9 tracks · funk · R&B · soul

A vibrant fusion of funk and R&B that pulsates with infectious grooves and Rick James' signature flamboyance.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • infectious grooves for dancing
  • steady pacing for social gatherings
  • flamboyant energy and charisma
  • vibrant rhythms for celebration

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • avoid danceable, upbeat vibes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1985, 'Glow' was Rick James' fifth studio album, coming after the commercial success of his 1981 hit 'Street Songs.' At this point in his career, he was solidifying his reputation as a prominent figure in funk music, moving toward a more polished sound while still embracing the edgy themes that characterized his earlier work.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Can’t Stop 6:08
  • 2 Spend the Night With Me 4:11
  • 3 Melody Make Me Dance 5:12
  • 4 Somebody (The Girl’s Got) 5:11
  • 5 Glow 5:40
  • 6 Moon Child 4:22
  • 7 Sha La La La La (Come Back Home) 5:23
  • 8 Rock and Roll Control 4:43
  • 9 Glow (reprise) 1:39

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