What makes We All Know Who We Are by Cameo notable?

The album is notable for its chart success, peaking at number 39 on the Billboard 200 and contributing to the band's rise as a staple in the funk genre. It showcased their ability to merge catchy hooks with socially conscious themes, influencing future funk and disco acts while helping to shape the sound of the era. Released on January 2, 1978, We All Know Who We Are was Cameo's fourth studio album, following their breakthrough project, Cardiac Arrest. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their unique sound by blending funk with elements of R&B and disco, further establishing their identity in the competitive music scene.

Who is We All Know Who We Are for?

We All Know Who We Are works well if you're into steady groove for dancing, vibrant energy for gatherings and catchy hooks for sing-alongs.

How many songs are on We All Know Who We Are?

We All Know Who We Are has 7 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.

We All Know Who We Are

Cameo · 1978

36 min · 7 tracks · funk

A vibrant fusion of funk and disco grooves that captures the exuberance of late 1970s dance culture.

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Top tracks — play these first

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C On the Funk — This track stands out for its infectious groove and playful lyrics that celebrate the essence of funk music, making it a quintessential party anthem.
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We All Know Who We Are — The title track encapsulates the album's overarching theme of identity and community, combining a compelling melody with meaningful lyrical content.
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It's Serious — With its extended runtime and complex arrangement, this track showcases Cameo's musical prowess and ability to blend storytelling with intricate instrumental work.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album blends funk and disco effectively but lacks some cohesion in pacing and flow.

What we noticed

The first track, 'Inflation', opens with a strong brass section that sets a lively tone for the album.
Each song features prominent bass lines and syncopated rhythms, characteristic of funk, while integrating disco elements.
The album includes several tracks with call-and-response vocal patterns, enhancing its danceability and engagement.
The final track, 'It's Over', slows down the tempo significantly, creating a contrasting close to the energetic preceding songs.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady groove for dancing
vibrant energy for gatherings
catchy hooks for sing-alongs
upbeat mood for celebrations

Maybe skip if you

seeking slow, introspective tracks
prefer standalone singles only

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on January 2, 1978, We All Know Who We Are was Cameo's fourth studio album, following their breakthrough project, Cardiac Arrest. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their unique sound by blending funk with elements of R&B and disco, further establishing their identity in the competitive music scene.
Stylistic neighbors: Parliament· Earth, Wind & Fire· The Gap Band