The Night I Fell in Love
Luther Vandross · 1985
41 min · 8 tracks · funk · soul
A lush blend of smooth melodies and heartfelt lyrics wrapped in Vandross's signature soulful delivery.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady emotional exploration throughout for intimate evenings heartfelt melodies for romantic moments
- Context
- Released in January 1985, 'The Night I Fell in Love' is Luther Vandross's fifth studio album, following his commercial breakthrough with 'Never Too Much' in 1981. At this stage, Vandross was solidifying his reputation as a leading voice in soul and R&B, attracting a wider audience with his rich vocal style and emotive performances.
- If you like
- funk, soul
The Night I Fell in Love is an album by Luther Vandross, released in 1985. A lush blend of smooth melodies and heartfelt lyrics wrapped in Vandross's signature soulful delivery. This album was a commercial success, peaking at number 17 on the Billboard 200 and number 1 on the R&B chart. It features several hit singles, including 'If Only for One Night,' which received significant radio play and contributed to Vandross's rise as a staple artist in the genre during the mid-1980s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Night I Fell in Love sound like?
A lush blend of smooth melodies and heartfelt lyrics wrapped in Vandross's signature soulful delivery. Rooted in funk and soul.
What makes The Night I Fell in Love by Luther Vandross notable?
This album was a commercial success, peaking at number 17 on the Billboard 200 and number 1 on the R&B chart. It features several hit singles, including 'If Only for One Night,' which received significant radio play and contributed to Vandross's rise as a staple artist in the genre during the mid-1980s. Released in January 1985, 'The Night I Fell in Love' is Luther Vandross's fifth studio album, following his commercial breakthrough with 'Never Too Much' in 1981. At this stage, Vandross was solidifying his reputation as a leading voice in soul and R&B, attracting a wider audience with his rich vocal style and emotive performances.
Who is The Night I Fell in Love for?
The Night I Fell in Love works well if you're into steady emotional exploration throughout, for intimate evenings and heartfelt melodies for romantic moments.
How many songs are on The Night I Fell in Love?
The Night I Fell in Love has 8 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 'Til My Baby Comes Home Standout 5:31
- 2 The Night I Fell in Love 6:06
- 3 If Only for One Night Standout 4:15
- 4 Creepin’ Standout 4:04
- 5 It’s Over Now 6:09
- 6 Wait for Love 5:16
- 7 My Sensitivity (Gets in the Way) 4:10
- 8 Other Side of the World 5:58
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