Natural High cover

Natural High

Commodores · 1978

42 min · 8 tracks · funk

A smooth blend of funk grooves and soulful ballads, showcasing the Commodores' signature sound.

Why this album works

'Natural High' features the hit single 'Three Times a Lady,' which reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The album's blend of ballads and dance tracks helped define the sound of late 1970s funk and contributed to the Commodores' enduring legacy in popular music.
Best for
steady groove for social gatherings for relaxed evenings uplifting vibes for feel-good moments
Context
Released on May 1, 1978, 'Natural High' was the Commodores' fifth studio album, following their breakthrough with 'Hot on the Tracks.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation as a leading force in funk and R&B, navigating their transition towards more pop-oriented sounds without losing their roots.
Stylistic neighbors
War· Tim Maia· The Jackson 5

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Fire Girl 4:17
  • 2 X-Rated Movie Standout 4:48
  • 3 Flying High Standout 5:15
  • 4 Three Times a Lady Standout 6:51
  • 5 Such a Woman 4:40
  • 6 Say Yeah 5:43
  • 7 I Like What You Do 4:49
  • 8 Visions 5:44

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