Staying Power
Barry White · 1999
68 min · 11 tracks · soul
Barry White's lush orchestration and deep baritone create an intimate atmosphere filled with romantic grooves and soulful melodies.
Why this album works
The album reached the Top 20 on the Billboard R&B charts, showcasing White's enduring popularity despite the changing musical landscape of the late 1990s. It was also notable for its themes of love and intimacy, characteristic of White's earlier work, which influenced numerous artists in the R&B and soul genres that followed.
- Best for
- intimate romantic settings long, immersive listening sessions slow, sultry grooves
- Context
- Released in 1999, 'Staying Power' was Barry White's final studio album, marking a return after a decade-long hiatus from original recordings. At this point in his career, White had shifted from mainstream prominence to a more niche following, yet he remained a beloved figure in soul music, often celebrated for his unique voice and style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- R. Stevie Moore· Harry Nilsson· Nancy Sinatra· Sparks· Elvis Presley· Cher· Willie Nelson· Dolly Parton
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Staying Power Standout 6:10
- 2 Don't Play Games Standout 7:23
- 3 The Longer We Make Love Standout 5:49
- 4 I Get Off on You 6:31
- 5 Which Way Is Up 5:42
- 6 Get Up 6:11
- 7 Sometimes 6:56
- 8 Low Rider 5:18
- 9 Thank You 5:45
- 10 Slow Your Roll 5:49
- 11 The Longer We Make Love Standout 6:26
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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