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Young, Gifted & Badd: The Remixes

Color Me Badd · 1992

45 min · 11 tracks · contemporary R&B

A vibrant blend of new jack swing and R&B grooves with sultry harmonies and infectious melodies throughout.

Top tracks — play these first

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    I Wanna Sex You Up — This track is a definitive anthem of the early '90s, featuring a catchy hook that became synonymous with Color Me Badd's style and ethos.
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    I Adore mi amore (Hamza’s mix) — This remix enhances the original's romantic theme with a fresh arrangement, showcasing the group's vocal harmonies and appeal to both pop and R&B audiences.
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    Forever Love — As a love ballad, this track highlights the emotional range of Color Me Badd, demonstrating their ability to blend heartfelt lyrics with smooth melodies.
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    All 4 Love — This song encapsulates the group's signature sound with its infectious chorus and rich vocal interplay, making it a fan favorite that captures the essence of their musical identity.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • sultry grooves for romantic evenings
  • infectious melodies for dancing
  • nostalgic vibes of the 90s
  • playful energy for social gatherings

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer minimalist acoustic sounds
  • want heavy, introspective themes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1992, Young, Gifted & Badd: The Remixes came after Color Me Badd's breakthrough debut album, CMB. This project capitalized on the group's rising fame following hits like I Wanna Sex You Up, showcasing their commercial success and appeal in the early '90s pop and R&B scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Jodeci· New Edition· SWV

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Forever Love

    The bridge shifts into a passionate declaration of unwavering devotion that contrasts with earlier uncertainties expressed in the verses.

    This structural pivot heightens emotional intensity by moving from reflection to affirmation, emphasizing commitment at a pivotal moment in the song.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Color Me Badd 5:05
  • 2 I Wanna Sex You Up 4:23
  • 3 Forever Love 5:13
  • 4 Slow Motion 4:36
  • 5 Thinkin’ Back (D.C. Go mix) 5:28
  • 6 Your da One I Onene Love 4:10
  • 7 I Adore mi amore (prelude) 0:57
  • 8 I Adore mi amore (Hamza’s mix) 5:18
  • 9 Roll the Dice 5:09
  • 10 All 4 Love 4:19
  • 11 CMB Postlude 0:54

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