The Man cover

The Man

Barry White · 1978

46 min · 7 tracks · soul

Lush orchestration and White's deep baritone create a seductive atmosphere of romantic soul.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady romantic evening backdrop
  • lush soundscapes for intimacy
  • soulful grooves for dancing
  • emotional connection through vocals

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced listening experiences
  • seek minimalist production styles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1978, 'The Man' was Barry White's fifth studio album. At this point in his career, he had already established himself as a prominent figure in the soul genre, following the success of his previous albums like 'Can't Get Enough' and 'Barry White Sings for Someone You Love'. This album continued to solidify his reputation as the 'Walrus of Love' and showcased his signature blend of lush instrumentation and smooth vocals.
Stylistic neighbors
Isaac Hayes· Marvin Gaye· Al Green

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Look at Her 6:21
  • 2 Your Sweetness Is My Weakness 8:10
  • 3 Sha La La Means I Love You 7:32
  • 4 September When I First Met You 6:55
  • 5 It’s Only Love Doing Its Thing 3:57
  • 6 Just the Way You Are 7:11
  • 7 Early Years 6:28

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