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The Best of The Jets

The Jets

62 min · 13 tracks · R&B

A vibrant collection of infectious melodies and smooth harmonies defining the sound of late '80s R&B pop.

Why this album works

This album is significant for encapsulating the essence of The Jets' contribution to the R&B genre during the '80s, achieving notable commercial success. It features several hits that reached high positions on Billboard charts, including 'Crush on You' and 'You Got It All,' which solidified their legacy within the pop and R&B landscape.
Career context
Released in 1990, 'The Best of The Jets' came at a time when The Jets were transitioning from their peak popularity in the mid-'80s. Following their successful albums like 'The Jets' (1985) and 'Magic' (1987), this compilation served as a retrospective of their chart-topping hits, bringing together their most beloved tracks.
Stylistic neighbors
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Tracklist

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

  • 1 Special Kinda Love 4:35
  • 2 Forever in My Life 5:16
  • 3 Crush on You Standout 4:31
  • 4 Curiosity 5:00
  • 5 Sendin' All My Love Standout 4:33
  • 6 You Got It All Standout 4:09
  • 7 Rocket 2 U 4:17
  • 8 Sendin' Out a Message 4:02
  • 9 La La Means I Love You (remix 1990) 3:52
  • 10 Cross My Broken Heart 4:09
  • 11 Another You 4:27
  • 12 Make It Real 4:18
  • 13 Special Kinda Love (Vogue extended club version) 9:00

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