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It's About Time

SWV · 1992

60 min · 15 tracks · R&B

Smooth harmonies and infectious grooves intertwine, defining the essence of early '90s R&B.

Why this album works

Best for
steady, consistent energy levels smooth background listening experience emotional connection through harmonies
Context
It's About Time is SWV's debut album, released in January 1992. At this point, the trio was emerging from New York City's vibrant R&B scene, quickly gaining attention for their vocal prowess and catchy melodies. The success of this album established them as significant players in the genre during the early '90s.
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It's About Time is an album by SWV, released in 1992. Smooth harmonies and infectious grooves intertwine, defining the essence of early '90s R&B. The album achieved commercial success, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Top R&B Albums chart and earning a double platinum certification from the RIAA. Its lead single, 'Weak,' became a massive hit, topping the Billboard Hot 100, and solidified SWV's influence on the contemporary R&B sound that would dominate the decade. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does It's About Time sound like?

Smooth harmonies and infectious grooves intertwine, defining the essence of early '90s R&B. Rooted in R&B.

What makes It's About Time by SWV notable?

The album achieved commercial success, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Top R&B Albums chart and earning a double platinum certification from the RIAA. Its lead single, 'Weak,' became a massive hit, topping the Billboard Hot 100, and solidified SWV's influence on the contemporary R&B sound that would dominate the decade. It's About Time is SWV's debut album, released in January 1992. At this point, the trio was emerging from New York City's vibrant R&B scene, quickly gaining attention for their vocal prowess and catchy melodies. The success of this album established them as significant players in the genre during the early '90s.

Who is It's About Time for?

It's About Time works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, smooth background listening experience and emotional connection through harmonies.

How many songs are on It's About Time?

It's About Time has 15 tracks, running approximately 60 minutes.

Tracklist

15 tracks·60:19

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

  • 1 Anything 2:48
  • 2 I’m So Into You 4:38
  • 3 Right Here Standout 4:38
  • 4 Weak Standout 4:51
  • 5 You’re Always on My Mind 5:17
  • 6 Downtown 5:12
  • 7 Coming Home 4:21
  • 8 Give It to Me 4:05
  • 9 Blak Pudd’n 3:50
  • 10 It’s About Time 4:38
  • 11 Think You’re Gonna Like It 3:19
  • 12 That’s What I Need 4:27
  • 13 SWV (In the House) 2:59
  • 14 Weak (a cappella) 1:20
  • 15 Right Here (Human Nature remix) 3:47

Release Date

January 1, 1992

Genre

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

60 min 19 sec