Released 30 years ago
Louder Than Words
Lionel Richie · 1996
61 min · 12 tracks · funk · new wave · pop rock
A smooth blend of R&B and pop, rich in soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- smooth flow for relaxed evenings
- heartfelt melodies for romantic moments
- steady pacing for reflective listening
- gradual build towards emotional peaks
- suitable for intimate gatherings
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy excitement
- prefer quick, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Themes
- romantic longing· personal transformation
- Career context
- Released in 1996, 'Louder Than Words' was Lionel Richie's fifth studio album, following his commercially successful 'Time' (1998). At this point, Richie was transitioning from the mainstream success of the 1980s and early 90s into a more mature sound that sought to reconnect with his roots and showcase his songwriting depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Earth, Wind & Fire· Stevie Wonder· Prince
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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The Day by Babyface — Explores similar themes of love and transformation with smooth R&B melodies and heartfelt lyrics.Seal by Seal — Shares a lush, soulful production style and introspective lyrical themes focused on love and longing.Secrets by Toni Braxton — Features rich, emotive vocal delivery and explores romantic themes with a polished R&B sound.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Piece of Love 4:04
- 2 Still in Love 4:33
- 3 I Wanna Take You Down 5:01
- 4 Can’t Get Over You 4:33
- 5 Change 5:01
- 6 Nothing Else Matters 4:34
- 7 Ordinary Girl 5:01
- 8 Say I Do 5:01
- 9 Paradise 5:02
- 10 Don’t Wanna Lose You 5:02
- 11 Lovers at First Sight 6:59
- 12 Climbing 6:26
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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