Love, Luther
Luther Vandross · 2007
285 min · 56 tracks · funk
A smooth blend of classic soul and funk, showcasing Vandross's velvety vocals across remastered gems and unreleased demos.
Top tracks — play these first
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Ready for Love (demo) Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Never Too Much (extended version) — This track highlights Vandross's signature upbeat sound and vocal prowess, making it a defining anthem of his career. Its extended format allows listeners to fully immerse in the infectious groove.
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A House Is Not a Home — The poignant delivery transforms this classic into an emotional centerpiece, showcasing Vandross's ability to convey deep longing and vulnerability through his voice.
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Dance With My Father — As one of Vandross's most personal songs, it reflects themes of love and loss, resonating deeply with audiences and marking a high point in his career during its original release.
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Here and Now — This track exemplifies Vandross's romantic style, combining lush instrumentation with heartfelt lyrics that elevate the listening experience to one of intimacy.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- velvety vocals for romantic evenings
- wave-like pacing for reflective moments
- emotive storytelling in smooth transitions
- dynamic journey with varied tempos
- for intimate gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- seeking quick, upbeat tracks
- prefer standalone singles over albums
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A posthumous compilation celebrating his catalog, appealing to dedicated fans.
- Career context
- Released in January 2007, 'Love, Luther' was a posthumous compilation celebrating the extensive catalog of Luther Vandross, who passed away in 2005. This album followed his final studio album, 'Dance with My Father,' which marked a return to the spotlight after health struggles that had slowed his career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Barry White· Marvin Gaye· Al Green
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Ready for Love (demo) Start here 2:52
- 2 If You Can’t Dance (demo) 2:28
- 3 Meet Luther Vandross (promotional single introducing LV to radio programmers) 1:47
- 4 The Glow of Love 6:12
- 5 Never Too Much (extended version) 5:41
- 6 Don’t You Know That? 4:03
- 7 A House Is Not a Home 7:08
- 8 Bad Boy / Having a Party 5:17
- 9 Since I Lost My Baby 5:29
- 10 She Loves Me Back 6:10
- 11 Who’s Gonna Make It Easier for Me 3:21
- 12 If This World Were Mine 5:25
- 13 How Many Times Can We Say Goodbye 3:27
- 14 Superstar / Until You Come Back to Me (That’s What I’m Gonna Do) (album mix) 9:15
Disc 2
- 1 If Only for One Night 4:16
- 2 Creepin’ 4:04
- 3 Wait for Love 5:18
- 4 ’Til My Baby Comes Home 5:33
- 5 It’s Over Now 6:09
- 6 The Night I Fell in Love 6:06
- 7 There’s Only You 4:54
- 8 Anyone Who Had a Heart 5:59
- 9 So Amazing 3:57
- 10 Give Me the Reason 4:46
- 11 Stop to Love 5:12
- 12 There’s Nothing Better Than Love 4:44
- 13 So Amazing 3:42
- 14 For You to Love 5:39
- 15 Here and Now 5:23
Disc 3
- 1 Love the One You’re With 5:04
- 2 Funky Music (Is a Part of Me) 3:33
- 3 Georgy Porgy 7:28
- 4 Power of Love / Love Power 6:43
- 5 Don’t Want to Be a Fool 4:37
- 6 I Want the Night to Stay 5:27
- 7 Endless Love 4:20
- 8 Any Love 5:03
- 9 Knocks Me Off My Feet 3:46
- 10 Your Secret Love 4:13
- 11 Never Let Me Go 4:32
- 12 Can Heaven Wait 5:38
- 13 The Closer I Get to You 6:26
Disc 4
- 1 Isn’t There Someone 4:42
- 2 Dance With My Father 4:27
- 3 Take You Out 3:28
- 4 I’d Rather 4:53
- 5 Buy Me a Rose 3:50
- 6 Shine 4:52
- 7 Got You Home 3:40
- 8 Jump to It 6:40
- 9 Hot Butterfly 8:22
- 10 Searching (live at Wembley Arena, London) 4:37
- 11 Always and Forever (live at the Royal Albert Hall, London) 5:04
- 12 Medley: The Windows of the World / What the World Needs Now (live at Hammerstein Ballroom, New York) 6:03
- 13 The Lady Is a Tramp 3:25
- 14 A House Is Not a Home (live at Radio City Music Hall, New York / alternate mix) 10:25
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