Special Love
Deniece Williams · 1989
49 min · 11 tracks · pop music
A soulful blend of gospel-inflected melodies and uplifting R&B rhythms that convey heartfelt emotions and spiritual themes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Special Love Start here — The title track captures the essence of the album with its warm harmonies and relatable message about unconditional love, making it a standout opener.
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Fire Inside My Soul — This track showcases Williams' vocal prowess and emotional range, blending an infectious rhythm with lyrics that celebrate inner strength and resilience.
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His Eye Is on the Sparrow — Williams’ rendition of this classic hymn highlights her gospel roots, delivering a stirring performance that resonates with both spirituality and artistry.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- uplifting moments of soulful joy
- heartfelt reflections on love
- gentle anthems for quiet evenings
- cathartic expressions of freedom
Maybe skip if you
- prefer high-energy party tracks
- want aggressive or loud production
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A solid entry in her discography that doesn't fit other specific roles.
- Themes
- spiritual resilience· gospel-inflected love· uplifting R&B anthems
- Career context
- Released in January 1989, Special Love marked Deniece Williams' return to the music scene after a four-year hiatus following her acclaimed 1985 album, As Good As It Gets. At this point in her career, Williams was well-established as a versatile artist straddling the genres of R&B, pop, and gospel, yet this album signified her deeper exploration of spiritual themes through music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chaka Khan· Patti LaBelle· Anita Baker
Tracklist
- 1 Special Love Start here 3:56
- 2 Fire Inside My Soul 3:55
- 3 Healing 4:38
- 4 I’m Free 5:35
- 5 Every Moment 4:12
- 6 Who’s Who 3:58
- 7 His Eye Is on the Sparrow 5:05
- 8 Give It All to You 4:57
- 9 Somebody Loves You 3:47
- 10 We Sing Praises 4:48
- 11 Do You Hear What I Hear? 4:16
What to play next
From the Beginning
1990
Continues the smooth R&B sound with mature themes and polished production.
As Good As It Gets
1988
Leads into 'Special Love' with a similar vibe and lyrical depth.
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