I Got Love
Melba Moore · 1970
38 min · 12 tracks · pop music
Soulful melodies intertwine with gospel-infused rhythms, creating an uplifting and heartfelt listening experience.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Got Love — This title track showcases Moore's vocal prowess with its upbeat tempo and affirming lyrics, becoming one of her signature songs.
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Time and Love — A poignant ballad that highlights Moore's expressive range, this song captures deep emotional longing through its rich instrumentation.
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Captain St. Lucifer — An adventurous track blending narrative storytelling with dynamic melodies, it exemplifies Moore’s ability to merge theatricality with soulful music.
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Sunny — Moore's rendition of this classic transforms it into a vibrant celebration of positivity, further showcasing her versatility across genres.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- uplifting vibes for celebration
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- soulful melodies for emotional connection
- danceable rhythms for social gatherings
- joyful energy for morning boost
Maybe skip if you
- slow-paced introspective listening
- long, drawn-out compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- I Got Love marked Melba Moore's debut album, releasing just after her successful stage role in the Broadway musical 'Purlie.' This album established her as a prominent voice in the early 1970s soul and R&B scenes, showcasing her powerful vocals and emotional delivery.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Patti LaBelle· Chaka Khan· Gloria Gaynor
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Time and Love
The bridge introduces a wistful reflection on missed chances, shifting the mood before returning to the hopeful chorus.
This shift in tone emphasizes the contrast between yearning for love and the optimism embedded in the overall message of the song.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Got Love 3:00
- 2 Time and Love 3:20
- 3 I Messed Up on a Good Thing 2:44
- 4 Purlie 2:37
- 5 Captain St. Lucifer 3:18
- 6 I Love Making Love to You 2:53
- 7 We're Living to Give 3:06
- 8 Sunny 4:17
- 9 The Flesh Failures (Let the Sunshine in) 3:19
- 10 Easy to Be Hard 3:37
- 11 He Come Down This Morning 3:11
- 12 The Façade 3:28
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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