Soulful Tapestry
Honey Cone · 1971
40 min · 11 tracks · R&B
A vibrant blend of soulful grooves and poignant lyrics, capturing the essence of early '70s R&B.
Why this album works
'Soulful Tapestry' features the chart-topping hit 'Want Ads', which peaked at number one on the Billboard R&B chart. The album helped solidify Honey Cone's reputation as a prominent female act during a time when women were increasingly making strides in soul and R&B music.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo groove enjoyment soulful melodies for reflective moments uplifting vibes for group listening
- Context
- Released in December 1971, 'Soulful Tapestry' was Honey Cone's debut album, marking their entry into the music scene after signing with Hot Wax Records. This album followed their successful single 'Want Ads', which had already established them as rising stars in the R&B genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Billy Preston· The Supremes· Deniece Williams
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 One Monkey Don’t Stop No Show, Part 1 Standout 3:30
- 2 One Monkey Don’t Stop No Show, Part 2 4:16
- 3 Don’t Count Your Chickens (Before They Hatch) 3:01
- 4 A Little More 3:21
- 5 Stick‐Up 3:02
- 6 Want Ads Standout 3:45
- 7 Who’s It Gonna Be 5:52
- 8 How Does It Feel 3:09
- 9 V.I.P. 3:46
- 10 The Day I Found Myself Standout 3:13
- 11 All the King’s Horses (All the King’s Men) 3:41
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