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Love Trippin’

The Spinners · 1980

39 min · 10 tracks · R&B

Smooth harmonies and lush instrumentation create a melodic journey through love's complexities.

Why this album works

Best for
smooth harmonies for romantic moments steady pacing for casual listening melodic reflections on love's journey
Context
Released on May 27, 1980, 'Love Trippin’' marked The Spinners' transition into the 1980s after their peak commercial success in the 1970s. This album followed their previous hit album, 'New and Improved,' and showcased a more polished sound that aligned with the evolving R&B landscape of the time.
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R&B

Love Trippin’ is an album by The Spinners, released in 1980. Smooth harmonies and lush instrumentation create a melodic journey through love's complexities. 'Love Trippin’' features the charting single 'I Just Want to Be With You,' which reached No. 20 on the R&B charts. The album is notable for its blend of classic Motown influences with a fresh sound, reflecting the group's ability to adapt during a time of significant musical change. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Love Trippin’ sound like?

Smooth harmonies and lush instrumentation create a melodic journey through love's complexities. Rooted in R&B.

What makes Love Trippin’ by The Spinners notable?

'Love Trippin’' features the charting single 'I Just Want to Be With You,' which reached No. 20 on the R&B charts. The album is notable for its blend of classic Motown influences with a fresh sound, reflecting the group's ability to adapt during a time of significant musical change. Released on May 27, 1980, 'Love Trippin’' marked The Spinners' transition into the 1980s after their peak commercial success in the 1970s. This album followed their previous hit album, 'New and Improved,' and showcased a more polished sound that aligned with the evolving R&B landscape of the time.

Who is Love Trippin’ for?

Love Trippin’ works well if you're into smooth harmonies for romantic moments, steady pacing for casual listening and melodic reflections on love's journey.

How many songs are on Love Trippin’?

Love Trippin’ has 10 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·39:00

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

  • 1 Love Trippin’ Standout 4:11
  • 2 Heavy on the Sunshine 3:39
  • 3 Medley: Cupid / I’ve Loved You for a Long Time Standout 5:35
  • 4 I Just Want to Be With You Standout 3:29
  • 5 Streetwise 3:41
  • 6 I Just Want to Fall in Love 3:52
  • 7 Now That You’re Mine Again 4:27
  • 8 Split Decision 3:32
  • 9 I’m Takin’ You Back 3:18
  • 10 Pipedream 3:16

Release Date

May 27, 1980

Genre

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

39 min 0 sec