I woke up with this song on my mind for some reason…I have always liked it alot, and it dawned on me that there was a video for it as well. So I just thought I’d share, enjoy…
Also, BIG respect for Erykah Badu for always putting AMAZING music out there, pushing boundaries, and being as creative as possible. She is a true innovator.
Peace.
Cover Art: Darien Victor Birks
Message
It’s got that BANG!…
P – Play
T – This
A – At
Y – Your
P – Party
Enjoy…
or
Listen Now:
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Tracklisting:
The Neptunes – Vocal Intro
Toni Braxton – Take This Ring
Amerie – Loves Off The Chain
Tiombe Lockhart – Now Or Never
Tha Rayne – Didn’t You Know
Q-Tip – Let’s Ride
Joe – Just Relax
Amerie – Talkin’ About
Jay-Z – Girls Best Friend
N.E.R.D. – Tape You
Swizz Beatz – Money In The Bank
Missy Elliott – Pass The Dutch
Jamie Foxx – I Don’t Know Why
Lloyd – I Don’t Mind
The Dream – Put It Down
R. Kelly – Bangin’ The Headboard
Sterling Simms – Sex In The City
50 Cent – Do You Think About Me
Eric Roberson – Newness
Allen Anthony – Alright
Mobb Deep – Outta Control (Remix)
Little Brother – Two Step Blues
Busta Rhymes – Fire
Roscoe P. Coldchain – Hot
Slum Village – Hell Naw
Black Milk – Hell Yeah
The Roots – Boom
Busta Rhymes – Don’t Touch Me
Junior M.A.F.I.A. – Get Money
The Clipse – I’m Good
Beyonce – Kitty Kat
R. Kelly – Feelin’ On Yo Booty
Rell – Love For Free
Aaliyah – Rock The Boat
Monica – So Gone (Remix)
Jay-Z – On To The Next One
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Also, be sure to check out my other mixes here.
Peace.
Artist: Marvin Gaye
Title: I Want You
Year: 1976
Label: Motown
Format: Vinyl LP (Original)
Flwrpt Rating of this Record: 5.0/5.0
Review
Arguably the BEST Marvin Gaye album within his discography. From my point of view, this is HANDS DOWN his best record. This was his first risque piece of work, that’s right, choir boy Marvin stepped outside of the box on this one, and succeeded in a MAJOR way. I Want You is an album that is synonymous with SEX, PASSION, LOVE, and LUST, amongst other things. It’s a series of “sexcapades” told through song in a sense, all of the lyrics are sneaky, one has to listen very closely to catch the subtle nuances of the writing.
Gaye teamed up with the legendary producer and songwriter Leon Ware on this one…I’m very sure that Ware influenced the nature of this album. His personality is to be FREE with any talks of sex, PERIOD. I think that Marvin felt this way all along (but blatant pillow talk on wax wasn’t excepted so much earlier in his career), he simply needed a co-pilot that was cut from the same cloth to help him feel more comfortable about expressing himself in such a way. In 1976, this was GROUNDBREAKING.
Again, I LOVE THIS RECORD.
Check out the sound!
Come Live With Me Angel
I Want You
Since I Had You
Feel My Love Inside
Soon I’ll Be Loving You Again
All the Way Round
After the Dance
Design
The Sugar Shack! This is a classic painting by the great Ernie Barnes. His style was unique, and riding in a lane of its own. I love the freedom in the poses, the exaggerated body forms, and the movement that these shapes create. It’s almost as if you’re in the painting, a part of the party. It captures a moment in an era where NOBODY stood on the wall at a party. I absolutely love this. An amazing piece of cover art for an amazing album!
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Additional info on Marvin Gaye
DJ Amir (of WaxPoetics) takes us to a few record spots around NYC, and tells a bit about the area that surrounds them in this short vid. I also hit a lot of these spots regularly, so I thought it would be cool to share this with you all. The video was filmed by the Spine Magazine crew. Enjoy…
Put your hands together for 2010!!!
Record Breakdown: Kam.
Who: Kam { damnkam.com }
Where: Brooklyn, NY
Bio (in her words)
Kam, the BK transplant by the way of Maryland (the “urea” if you’re familiar). I love who I am, and what I’m not. I know a little about a lot. If talking shit could be a profession, I think I would have been a millionaire ten times over by now. Talking shit is what I do and music is what I love. I like to call myself the most unknown known A&R. I’ve been a student of music since conception and over the years my musical IQ has expanded. Started reading Vibe at 8, the Source + Rolling Stone shortly followed, brief rapping career that never took off, and vinyl collector (my collection is dope considering the time in which I started).
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And now, Kam breaks down 5 of her favorite records…
John Coltrane – Atlantic Jazz Anthology
Nobody does it better than Coltrane, John that is! Usually when it comes to jazz I don’t typically like compilations. I much rather find hidden gems on the full release. But this Best of John Coltrane – Atlantic Jazz Anthology – is one of the best jazz compilations I’ve heard. I’ve also heard that Taz from the group Sa-Ra speaks highly of this record too. After one listen, I knew it was a must add to my always expanding collection. One word to describe this record would be intoxicating. The magic that Coltrane creates with the saxophone can only be compared to the same magic that Disney creates in their fairytales. It’s easy to become enchanted by Coltrane’s usage of lush horns throughout this record. This album opens up with “My Favorite Things” which is one of the best jazz songs ever created and ends with Central Park West another perfectly orchestrated jazz groove. Other highlights on this album are Equinox, Naima, and Giant Steps. The beauty of this album is each song takes you on musical journey- one where you hope the ride never ends.
John Coltrane – My Favorite Things
The Original Movie Soundtrack – Saturday Night Fever
There was a time when soundtracks were a quintessential part of a good movie. Well at least in my mind there was such a time. If the Gibb Brothers better known as the Bee Gees were looking for notoriety this is the album that did just that. This album was released in 1977 when disco was sweeping the nation. This album ensured that the Bee Gees would be a permanent fixture on every disco floor in the world. Many people don’t mention Barry Gibbs when the discussions of great falsettos come up. However, tracks like the legendary “Stayin’ Alive”, “How Deep Is Your Love”, and “More Than A Woman” prove that perhaps he should be considered as one of the most slept on falsettos. This soundtrack also features a gem performed by Yvonne Elliman in the form of “If I Can’t Have You”. The passion that can be heard in her voice really makes this song convincing. She practically pours her heart into this record. There are other highlights on this record such as “Manhattan Skyline”. An instrumental complete with guitars by Lee Ritenour. This song is sure to take you back to a time when all people wanted to do was dance their worries away. This was a time when disco was king.
The Bee Gee’s – Stayin’ Alive
Mary Jane Girls – Self Titled
Man do I miss funk music! The self titled debut from the Mary Jane Girls with Rick James at the creative helm is one of the funkiest records I own! Before I go any further, I have to say if Prince won the battle of finding a sexy chanteuse to croon over his tracks i.e. Vanity than Rick James definitely won the battle of finding a bedroom balladeer. Insert JoJo whose voice can be found all over this release. From the contagious baseline of “Candy Man” to the seductive horn of “All Night Long”, JoJo’s vocals shine brighter than the sun rising in the Sahara. This album is split into a party side and a cool out side. Both sides are great at what their intentions were. The party side indeed makes you want to party and dance. It’s almost hard not to move when any of the tracks on this side are played. And the cool out side makes you want to do just that, cool out. “All Night Long” has been sampled by some of today’s favorite artists. It’s a song that never gets old no matter how many times you play it. The cute and fun “Boys” is also another certified banger on this album.
Mary Jane Girls – All Night Long
Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly – Live In New Orleans
Being a product of the DMV (District Maryland Virginia) area it’s only right that have some Frankie Beverly and Maze in my collection! I can’t think of home without thinking of Frankie Beverly and Maze. This Live in New Orleans is the epitome of their sound which if I had to label it I would call it feel good music! One of my all time favorite songs, “Happy Feelin’s”, is on this record. A dance staple by the name of “Before I Let Go” can also be found on this record. There are far too many good songs on this album to name but Frankie’s voice will surely leave you mesmerized after one listen. Live albums are usually hit or miss for me but this one not only hits but it knocks it out the park. It almost makes me jealous that I was not in attendance. Nevertheless, I encourage anyone to add this to their collection. I’m almost certain that they won’t be disappointed.
Maze featuring Frankie Beverly – Happy Feelin’s
Loose Ends – Zagora
Many people may not know the band Loose Ends by their name but I’m sure many have heard their major hit songs “Slow Down” and “You Can’t Stop The Rain”. Loose Ends are a successful English band that happened to make some of the best r&b ever! That’s right, ever. And being the sucker for r&b music that I am it goes without saying that Loose Ends “Zagora” album still is in heavy rotation in my life. This album is simply brilliant! It consists of all the staples necessary to make a great r&b album. It has beautiful melodies, harmonious instrumentation, and a strong vocalist. From the sexy “Sweetest Pain” to the soulfully smooth “You Can’t Stop The Rain” to the uber pop “Who Are You?” there is something for everyone on this album. It’s amazing to think that an album released in 1986 still can sound so good.
Loose Ends – Slow Down