Real Men... Wear Black
Cameo · 1990
42 min · 9 tracks · funk · hip-hop · R&B
A vibrant blend of funk and R&B grooves infused with confident lyrics and upbeat rhythms.
Why this album works
'Real Men... Wear Black' solidified Cameo's influence on the New Jack Swing movement emerging in the late '80s and early '90s. The album features tracks that received considerable airplay, helping to sustain their presence on the charts amid a rapidly changing musical landscape.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo groove enjoyment uplifting tracks for celebration confident anthems for empowerment
- Context
- Released in early 1990, 'Real Men... Wear Black' came during Cameo's peak years after their commercial success with the hit album 'Word Up!' in 1986. This album marked a continuation of their exploration into funk and R&B, showcasing their ability to adapt to the evolving music scene while maintaining their signature sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Destiny's Child· Kelly Rowland· Beastie Boys· De La Soul· Jermaine Dupri· OutKast· New Edition· MC Hammer
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Close Quarters 6:11
- 2 I Want It Now 4:32
- 3 Me 4:31
- 4 Attitude Standout 3:44
- 5 Get Paid Standout 4:58
- 6 Am I Bad Enough 5:25
- 7 Time, Fire & Space Standout 3:40
- 8 Nan-Yea 4:36
- 9 Just a Broken Heart 4:34
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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