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Released 30 years ago

Love Affair

Amii Stewart · 1996

55 min · 11 tracks · pop music

A vibrant blend of pop and soul that radiates warmth and heartfelt emotion throughout its melodic journey.

Top tracks — play these first

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    How Could I Know? — This opening track sets the emotional tone for the album with its poignant lyrics and Stewart's powerful vocal delivery, capturing themes of longing and introspection.
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    Been Too Long in New York City — This song stands out for its reflective lyrics about urban life, blending soulful melodies with a rhythmic groove that showcases Stewart's versatility.
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    I Will Always Think of You — Closing the album, this track encapsulates the essence of love and nostalgia, featuring heartfelt lyrics paired with a lush arrangement that highlights Stewart's vocal range.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • intimate exploration of love
  • for reflective evenings
  • soulful melodies that linger
  • heartfelt lyrics with depth
  • gentle pacing for relaxation

Maybe skip if you

  • seekers of high-energy tracks
  • prefer short, standalone songs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1996, 'Love Affair' was Amii Stewart's fifth studio album, following her successful 1985 release 'Amii.' At this point in her career, Stewart was transitioning from the disco era into a more mature pop-soul sound, seeking to redefine her artistic identity after years of mainstream popularity.
Stylistic neighbors
Gloria Gaynor· Chaka Khan· Donna Summer

Tracklist

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

  • 1 How Could I Know? 4:20
  • 2 Plant a New Rose in Your Heart 5:03
  • 3 Summer Storm 4:27
  • 4 Goodnight Tonight 4:50
  • 5 Take Your Time 4:44
  • 6 Been Too Long in New York City 6:07
  • 7 Sweet Talk 4:56
  • 8 Keep On (Doing What Ya Doing) 5:03
  • 9 When I Get Over You 5:36
  • 10 Living on Dreams 5:37
  • 11 I Will Always Think of You 5:01

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