Some People Can Do What They Like
Robert Palmer · 1976
38 min · 10 tracks · rock music
A blend of rock, funk, and Caribbean rhythms that highlights Palmer's eclectic musicality and smooth vocal style.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its fusion of styles and marked Palmer's shift towards a more eclectic approach, paving the way for future hits. The single 'Man Smart, Woman Smarter' received considerable airplay, contributing to Palmer's rising profile in the music industry during the mid-1970s.
- Best for
- short, engaging listening sessions upbeat and rhythmic vibes playful, lively energy
- Context
- By the time 'Some People Can Do What They Like' was released in 1976, Robert Palmer was transitioning from his early pop hits to a more diverse sound. This album followed his successful debut, 'Sneakin' Sally Through the Alley', and showcased his growing artistic ambition as he began exploring various genres beyond rock.
- Stylistic neighbors
- giorge mijael· Duran Duran· Joe Jackson· Kate Bush· Ringo Starr· Bee Gees· Phil Collins· 10cc
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 One Last Look 4:23
- 2 Keep in Touch 3:07
- 3 Man Smart, Woman Smarter Standout 2:36
- 4 Spanish Moon Standout 6:02
- 5 Have Mercy 3:53
- 6 Gotta Get a Grip on You 4:01
- 7 What Can You Bring Me Standout 3:45
- 8 Hard Head 4:29
- 9 Off the Bone 2:20
- 10 Some People Can Do What They Like 4:09
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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