Released 23 years ago this June
The Essential Luther Vandross
Luther Vandross · 2003
148 min · 30 tracks · funk · soul
A smooth blend of soulful melodies and lush arrangements showcasing Vandross's vocal prowess and emotional depth.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- smooth transitions between tracks
- emotional vocal performances throughout
- for romantic evenings
- dynamic flow with peaks
- soulful melodies for relaxation
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced music
- dislike lengthy listening experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'The Essential Luther Vandross' was released in 2003, Vandross was an established figure in R&B, having gained significant commercial success with hits like 'Never Too Much' in the 1980s. This compilation came after a period of health struggles that had sidelined him from the music scene, marking his return to prominence as a beloved soul artist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Barry White· Marvin Gaye· Al Green
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Searching 3:41
- 2 The Glow of Love 3:40
- 3 Never Too Much 3:49
- 4 Sugar and Spice (I Found Me a Girl) 4:57
- 5 She’s a Super Lady 5:04
- 6 Give Me the Reason 4:44
- 7 Stop to Love 4:22
- 8 See Me 5:27
- 9 I Really Didn’t Mean It 4:26
- 10 Any Love 4:22
- 11 Here and Now 5:22
- 12 Love the One You’re With 5:03
- 13 Ain’t No Stoppin’ Us Now (Morales remix) 6:50
- 14 I Gave It Up (When I Fell in Love) (Marcus Miller mix) 6:19
- 15 Power of Love - Love Power (dance radio mix) 6:32
Disc 2
- 1 Ain’t No Stoppin’ Us Now 4:51
- 2 Always & Forever 4:52
- 3 Endless Love 4:18
- 4 She’s So Good to Me 4:55
- 5 So Amazing 3:41
- 6 I Gave It Up (When I Fell in Love) 4:44
- 7 Your Secret Love 4:10
- 8 Little Miracles (Happen Every Day) 4:40
- 9 Heaven Knows 4:24
- 10 A House Is Not a Home 7:06
- 11 Power of Love (Love Power Original) 4:17
- 12 My Sensitivity (Gets in the Way) 4:09
- 13 The Night I Fell in Love 6:03
- 14 Never Too Much (’89 remix) 5:39
- 15 Stop to Love Remix (Marcus Miller mix) 5:27
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