Thought 'Ya Knew
CeCe Peniston · 1994
65 min · 14 tracks · house · soul
A vibrant fusion of house rhythms and emotive pop-soul melodies that captivates throughout.
Why this album works
'Thought 'Ya Knew' featured several singles that charted on the Billboard Hot Dance Club Songs chart, further establishing Peniston's influence in the dance-pop genre. The album is recognized for its blend of soulful vocals with infectious dance beats, which helped define early 90s club music.
- Best for
- vibrant dancefloor energy peaks emotive melodies for late nights gradual build towards euphoric moments
- Context
- Released in January 1994, 'Thought 'Ya Knew' was CeCe Peniston's second album, following her acclaimed debut 'Finally' from 1992. At this point in her career, she was solidifying her status as a leading voice in dance and pop music, building on the commercial success of her earlier hits.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Taylor Swift· Pitbull· Christina Aguilera· Katy Perry· Ricky Martin· Prince· Madonna· Linkin Park
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Searchin’ Standout 3:45
- 2 I’m in the Mood (East 87th St. mix) Standout 4:12
- 3 Hit by Love 4:36
- 4 Whatever It Is 4:35
- 5 Forever in My Heart Standout 4:47
- 6 I’m Not Over You 4:18
- 7 Any Way You Wanna Go 4:11
- 8 Give What I’m Givin’ 4:02
- 9 Through Those Doors 5:20
- 10 Let My Love Surround You 4:09
- 11 Keep Givin’ Me Your Love 6:16
- 12 If You Love Me, I Will Love You 4:29
- 13 Maybe It’s the Way 5:49
- 14 I Will Be Received 4:37
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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