Hot Chocolate
Hot Chocolate · 1975
57 min · 15 tracks · funk · soul · disco
A vibrant fusion of disco and funk, layered with smooth pop melodies and soulful vocals.
Why this album works
'Hot Chocolate' is notable for its chart performance, particularly with the single 'You Sexy Thing', which became a major international hit. The album solidified the band's reputation for catchy hooks and danceable rhythms, influencing the disco genre and attracting critical acclaim for its energetic sound.
- Best for
- wave-like pacing dynamics smooth melodic transitions vibrant uplifting atmosphere
- Context
- Released on November 1, 1975, 'Hot Chocolate' was Hot Chocolate's fifth studio album and marked a significant moment in their career. By this time, the band had already achieved commercial success with hits like 'You Sexy Thing', establishing themselves as prominent figures in the UK music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Jackson 5· Teddy Pendergrass· Sylvester
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hello America Standout 3:24
- 2 The Street 5:08
- 3 Call the Police 3:58
- 4 Dollar Sign 2:58
- 5 You Sexy Thing Standout 4:04
- 6 A Child’s Prayer Standout 3:51
- 7 A Warm Smile 5:24
- 8 Amazing Skin Song 4:05
- 9 Love’s Coming on Strong 3:42
- 10 Lay Me Down 3:28
- 11 Cheri Babe 2:52
- 12 Sexy Lady 3:20
- 13 Blue Night 4:01
- 15 Everything Should Be Funky 3:05
- 16 You Sexy Thing (single version) 4:03
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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