Stone Gon’
Barry White · 1973
38 min · 5 tracks · soul
Luxurious orchestration intertwines with Barry White's deep vocals, creating an intimate soul experience.
Why this album works
'Stone Gon’' is significant for its commercial success, reaching No. 1 on the R&B charts and helping to establish Barry White as a prominent figure in the soul music scene. The album features the hit single 'Never Never Gonna Give Ya Up', which became a staple of his live performances and contributed to his lasting legacy.
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions intimate romantic atmospheres emotional vocal expression
- Context
- Released on October 2, 1973, 'Stone Gon’' marked Barry White's second studio album, following his successful debut 'I've Got So Much to Give'. At this point in his career, he was solidifying his signature sound and expanding his influence in the soul genre.
- 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 Girl It’s True, Yes I’ll Always Love You Standout 8:40
- 2 Honey Please, Can’t Ya See Standout 5:15
- 3 You’re My Baby 9:12
- 4 Hard to Believe That I Found You 7:03
- 5 Never Never Gonna Give Ya Up Standout 7:55
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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