Words and Music cover

Words and Music

Tavares · 1983

43 min · 9 tracks · pop music

Smooth harmonies and infectious grooves blend into a soulful pop experience reflective of early '80s R&B.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady flow with smooth harmonies
  • infectious grooves for dancing
  • soulful for nostalgic moments
  • gradual peaks for emotional engagement

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced listening experiences
  • seek experimental or avant-garde sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Words and Music' was released in September 1983, Tavares was transitioning from their peak popularity in the late '70s. This album followed their hit 'Heaven Must Be Missing an Angel' and marked a period where they were refining their sound while navigating changes in the music industry landscape.
Stylistic neighbors
The Jackson 5· Earth, Wind & Fire· Chic

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Ten to One 6:01
  • 2 Deeper in Love 4:52
  • 3 Caught Short 5:06
  • 4 (You’re) My All in All 5:41
  • 5 Words and Music 4:42
  • 6 Baby I Want You Back 4:43
  • 7 I Really Miss You Baby 4:35
  • 8 Don’t Play So Hard to Get 4:00
  • 9 Us and Love (We Go Together) 4:10

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