Let the Music Play cover

Released 50 years ago

Let the Music Play

Barry White · 1976

31 min · 6 tracks · soul

Soulful orchestration merges with Barry White's deep baritone to create an intoxicating, romantic atmosphere.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • intoxicating romantic atmosphere
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • contemplative late-night vibes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1976, 'Let the Music Play' was Barry White's fourth studio album, following his successful 'Is This What You Won't?' from 1975. By this point, White was solidifying his status as a leading figure in soul music, leveraging his distinctive voice and lush production style that would define his career.
Stylistic neighbors
Isaac Hayes· Marvin Gaye· Al Green

Tracklist

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

  • 1 I Don't Know Where Love Has Gone 4:57
  • 2 If You Know, Won't You Tell Me 5:04
  • 3 I'm So Blue and You Are Too 7:05
  • 4 Baby, We Better Try to Get It Together 4:26
  • 5 You See the Trouble With Me 3:30
  • 6 Let the Music Play 6:16

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