Released 30 years ago
Voice of Love
Diana Ross · 1996
75 min · 18 tracks · jazz
A lush tapestry of soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics that encapsulates the essence of Diana Ross's emotive vocal style.
Top tracks — play these first
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Touch Me in the Morning Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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You're All I Need to Get By — This track highlights Ross's rich vocal delivery paired with timeless lyrics about unconditional love, showcasing her masterful ability to convey deep emotion.
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When You Tell Me That You Love Me — With its sweeping arrangements and intimate lyrics, this song exemplifies Ross's artistry in blending vulnerability with strength, making it a standout ballad.
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So Close — The song features a poignant exploration of yearning and connection, demonstrating Ross’s ability to evoke complex emotions through her phrasing and delivery.
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Missing You — This track powerfully conveys the pain of absence and longing, showcasing Ross's emotive range and lyrical depth that resonates deeply with listeners.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady emotional exploration throughout
- intimate moments for quiet reflection
- uplifting anthems for shared experiences
- soothing background for relaxation
- nostalgic vibes for memory lane
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of fast-paced tracks
- prefer standalone hits over cohesion
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — First studio album in over a decade, showcasing continued artistic vitality.
- Themes
- 90s vocal resurgence· nostalgic longing· soulful balladry
- Career context
- Upon its release in 1996, Voice of Love marked a significant moment in Diana Ross's career as it was her first studio album in over a decade. The album arrived after a period of relative silence following her 1989 album, and it showcased Ross's enduring appeal as a soul and pop icon during an era increasingly dominated by newer artists.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chaka Khan· Donna Summer· Anita Baker
Tracklist
- 1 Touch Me in the Morning Start here 3:26
- 2 You're All I Need to Get By 3:25
- 3 Your Love 4:02
- 4 So Close 4:13
- 5 It's My Turn 3:56
- 6 You Are Everything 3:07
- 7 When You Tell Me That You Love Me 4:11
- 8 Forever Young 4:50
- 9 I Am Me 3:50
- 10 One Shining Moment 4:45
- 11 If We Hold on Together 4:09
- 12 Only Love Can Conquer All 4:10
- 13 I'm Still Waiting 3:43
- 14 Missing You 4:16
- 15 Gone 5:16
- 16 In the Ones You Love 4:18
- 17 You Are Not Alone 5:21
- 18 I Hear (The Voice of Love) 4:32
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
The Preacher's Wife - Original Soundtrack Album
Whitney Houston
Both feature powerful vocal performances and lush arrangements with a blend of pop and soul.
Diva
Annie Lennox
Shares a similar emotional depth and vocal prowess, with a mix of pop and soulful ballads.
Daydream
Mariah Carey
Captures the same 90s vocal flair and blends pop with R&B influences, focusing on love and longing.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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