Take Me Higher cover

Take Me Higher

Diana Ross · 1995

50 min · 11 tracks · jazz · R&B · soul

A vibrant fusion of disco and R&B, showcasing Diana Ross's timeless vocal elegance and infectious grooves.

Why this album works

Best for
steady mid-tempo groove flow uplifting anthems for celebration vibrant energy for gatherings
Context
By the time 'Take Me Higher' was released in 1995, Diana Ross was in a phase of revitalizing her solo career after a decade-long hiatus from recording. This album marked her return to the studio following 'The Force Behind the Power' (1991), reflecting her ongoing evolution as an artist while embracing contemporary sounds.
If you like
jazz, R&B, soul

Take Me Higher is an album by Diana Ross, released in 1995. A vibrant fusion of disco and R&B, showcasing Diana Ross's timeless vocal elegance and infectious grooves. 'Take Me Higher' received positive reviews and reached the top ten of the Billboard R&B chart, demonstrating Ross's enduring appeal in the music industry. The album's lead single, 'Take Me Higher,' became a dance hit, reaffirming her status as a disco icon and influencing later generations of artists in pop and dance music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Take Me Higher sound like?

A vibrant fusion of disco and R&B, showcasing Diana Ross's timeless vocal elegance and infectious grooves. Rooted in jazz and R&B.

What makes Take Me Higher by Diana Ross notable?

'Take Me Higher' received positive reviews and reached the top ten of the Billboard R&B chart, demonstrating Ross's enduring appeal in the music industry. The album's lead single, 'Take Me Higher,' became a dance hit, reaffirming her status as a disco icon and influencing later generations of artists in pop and dance music. By the time 'Take Me Higher' was released in 1995, Diana Ross was in a phase of revitalizing her solo career after a decade-long hiatus from recording. This album marked her return to the studio following 'The Force Behind the Power' (1991), reflecting her ongoing evolution as an artist while embracing contemporary sounds.

Who is Take Me Higher for?

Take Me Higher works well if you're into steady mid-tempo groove flow, uplifting anthems for celebration and vibrant energy for gatherings.

How many songs are on Take Me Higher?

Take Me Higher has 11 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.

Tracklist

11 tracks·50:50

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Take Me Higher Standout 4:17
  • 2 If You're Not Gonna Love Me Right Standout 4:41
  • 3 Voice of the Heart 4:18
  • 4 Let Somebody Know 4:55
  • 5 Keep It Right There 4:49
  • 6 Don't Stop 3:47
  • 7 Gone 5:14
  • 8 Only Love Can Conquer All 4:10
  • 9 I Never Loved a Man Before 4:54
  • 10 I Thought We Were Still in Love 4:53
  • 11 I Will Survive Standout 4:47

Release Date

September 5, 1995

Genre

jazz, soul

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

50 min 50 sec