Keep the Faith cover

Keep the Faith

Faith Evans · 1998

57 min · 15 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · soul

Smooth R&B melodies intertwine with heartfelt lyrics, creating an uplifting and soulful listening experience.

Why this album works

Best for
steady mid-tempo groove throughout uplifting vibes for relaxed moments heartfelt lyrics for emotional connection
Context
By the time 'Keep the Faith' was released in January 1998, Faith Evans was establishing herself as a prominent voice in contemporary R&B. This album followed her successful self-titled debut in 1995 and marked her evolution as an artist, showcasing her growth both vocally and lyrically in a post-Biggie Smalls landscape.
If you like
contemporary R&B, hip-hop, soul

Keep the Faith is an album by Faith Evans, released in 1998. Smooth R&B melodies intertwine with heartfelt lyrics, creating an uplifting and soulful listening experience. 'Keep the Faith' debuted at number 5 on the Billboard 200 and solidified Evans' status in the music industry. The album received critical acclaim for its heartfelt ballads and emotional depth, contributing significantly to the late '90s R&B landscape and influencing artists that followed. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Keep the Faith sound like?

Smooth R&B melodies intertwine with heartfelt lyrics, creating an uplifting and soulful listening experience. Rooted in contemporary R&B and hip-hop.

What makes Keep the Faith by Faith Evans notable?

'Keep the Faith' debuted at number 5 on the Billboard 200 and solidified Evans' status in the music industry. The album received critical acclaim for its heartfelt ballads and emotional depth, contributing significantly to the late '90s R&B landscape and influencing artists that followed. By the time 'Keep the Faith' was released in January 1998, Faith Evans was establishing herself as a prominent voice in contemporary R&B. This album followed her successful self-titled debut in 1995 and marked her evolution as an artist, showcasing her growth both vocally and lyrically in a post-Biggie Smalls landscape.

Who is Keep the Faith for?

Keep the Faith works well if you're into steady mid-tempo groove throughout, uplifting vibes for relaxed moments and heartfelt lyrics for emotional connection.

How many songs are on Keep the Faith?

Keep the Faith has 15 tracks, running approximately 57 minutes.

Tracklist

15 tracks·57:50

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

  • 1 Faith (intro) 1:00
  • 2 Love Like This Standout 4:35
  • 3 All Night Long 3:54
  • 4 Sunny Days 4:20
  • 5 Tears Away (interlude) 1:41
  • 6 My First Love Standout 4:59
  • 7 Anything You Need 5:59
  • 8 No Way 5:02
  • 9 Life Will Pass You By 4:48
  • 10 Keep the Faith Standout 5:02
  • 11 Special Place (interlude) 1:01
  • 12 Never Gonna Let You Go 4:27
  • 13 Stay (interlude) 1:56
  • 14 Caramel Kisses 4:42
  • 15 Lately I 4:17

Release Date

January 1, 1998

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

57 min 50 sec