Never Let Me Go cover

Never Let Me Go

Luther Vandross · 1993

55 min · 11 tracks · funk · soul

Smooth soul and funk grooves intertwine with Vandross's velvet voice, creating an intimate listening experience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady emotional crescendos throughout
  • intimate listening for quiet moments
  • smooth grooves for relaxed evenings
  • uplifting themes of love and

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced, energetic tracks
  • seek standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Never Let Me Go' was released in 1993, Luther Vandross was already a prominent figure in R&B, following his commercial peak with 'Power of Love' in 1991. This album marked his seventh studio release and showcased his ability to blend contemporary sounds with classic soul influences, solidifying his status as a leading artist in the genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Barry White· Marvin Gaye· Al Green

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Little Miracles (Happen Every Day) 4:43
  • 2 Heaven Knows 5:00
  • 3 Love Me Again 6:07
  • 4 Can’t Be Doin’ That Now 4:47
  • 5 Too Far Down 6:14
  • 6 Love Is on the Way (Real Love) 4:41
  • 7 Hustle 5:45
  • 8 Emotion Eyes 4:56
  • 9 Lady, Lady 5:34
  • 10 Medley: How Deep Is Your Love / Love Don’t Love Nobody 3:12
  • 11 Never Let Me Go 4:29

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