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Stand by Your Man

LL Cool J · 1992

52 min · 20 tracks · hip-hop

A soulful blend of hip-hop rhythms and heartfelt ballads that explore love, loss, and resilience.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Stand by Your Man — This title track stands out for its emotional delivery and narrative about loyalty and support in relationships, encapsulating the album's central theme.
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    Mr. Walker, Its All Over Start here — With its reflective lyrics and poignant melody, this track demonstrates LL Cool J's skill in storytelling through song, making it a highlight of the project.
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    Keep Me From Crying Today — This track's exploration of vulnerability amidst heartbreak is underscored by its melodic hooks, showcasing the emotional depth present in LL Cool J's work.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo emotional flow
  • heartfelt storytelling through melodies
  • reflective moments of nostalgia
  • warm sound for cozy evenings
  • soulful tunes for intimate gatherings

Maybe skip if you

  • seekers of fast-paced thrills
  • prefer standalone singles only

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — Solidified LL Cool J's reputation and broadened his audience appeal.
Themes
soulful storytelling· loyalty in adversity· personal identity crisis
Career context
Released in 1992, 'Stand by Your Man' was LL Cool J's fourth studio album, following the commercial success of 'Mama Said Knock You Out'. At this stage in his career, he was solidifying his reputation as a versatile artist capable of blending rap with more traditional R&B elements.
Stylistic neighbors
Kool Moe Dee· Big Daddy Kane· Nas
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Tracklist

  • 1 Mr. Walker, Its All Over Start here 3:03
  • 2 Keep Me From Crying Today 2:45
  • 3 Look Out Your Window 2:41
  • 4 Tips and Tables 2:56
  • 5 Stand by Your Man 2:31
  • 6 Hold Me Tight 2:00
  • 7 That Man 2:36
  • 8 My Arms Stay Open Late 2:12
  • 9 You Couldn't Even Light His Candle 2:27
  • 10 Thanks for Hangin' Round, World 2:26
  • 11 What Have They Done to My Song 2:42
  • 12 It Makes No Difference Now 2:17
  • 13 He's on the Run Again 2:52
  • 14 I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry 2:22
  • 15 Fever 2:58
  • 16 Ease the Want in Me 2:37
  • 17 Dallas 2:51
  • 18 Sunshine 2:45
  • 19 Souvenirs and California Memories 2:12
  • 20 I'll Never Be Free 3:17

What to play next

14 Shots to the Dome
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14 Shots to the Dome

1993

Continues the blend of heartfelt themes with a more mature hip-hop sound.
Mama Said Knock You Out
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Mama Said Knock You Out

1990

Sets the stage with powerful tracks that explore similar emotional depths.
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