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Remix to Sing

En Vogue · 1991

36 min · 6 tracks · funk

A vibrant collection of remixes that blends dance-pop, new jack swing, and R&B into infectious grooves.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Hold On (Hip Hop remix) — As one of their breakthrough singles, this remix highlights En Vogue's signature harmonies over a hip-hop beat, blending genres seamlessly.
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    Lies (New Jack remix) — The new jack swing elements in this track exemplify the group's ability to adapt to popular trends while maintaining their unique sound.
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    You Don’t Have to Worry (club mix) — This club mix transforms a soulful ballad into an upbeat dance track, demonstrating En Vogue's crossover appeal and versatility.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

46 /100
Foothills
Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album effectively showcases remixed versions of hits, blending styles while maintaining listener engagement.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a high-energy hip hop remix and maintains an upbeat tempo throughout, with the final track providing a contrasting slower groove.
  • The remixes often incorporate additional vocal layers and production elements that enhance the original songs while still retaining their core melodies.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady dance floor grooves
  • uplifting party atmosphere
  • soulful harmonies with energy
  • for group celebrations

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer slow, contemplative music
  • dislike rhythmic club beats

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — Capitalized on rising popularity post-debut, solidifying their status in the music scene.
Career context
Released in early 1991, Remix to Sing followed En Vogue's debut album, Born to Sing, which had established them as a leading girl group. This remix album capitalized on their rising popularity and featured fresh takes on their hits, showcasing their versatility in the evolving music landscape.
Stylistic neighbors
SWV· TLC· Destiny's Child

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Hold On (Hip Hop remix) 5:27
  • 2 Lies (New Jack remix) 5:43
  • 3 You Don’t Have to Worry (club mix) 7:52
  • 4 Strange (house mix) 6:39
  • 5 Time Goes On (dance remix) 5:52
  • 6 Silent Nite (Happy Holiday mix) 5:21

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