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A Closer Look

Babyface · 1991

64 min · 11 tracks · soul · soft rock · hip-hop soul

Smooth remixes blend Babyface's soulful vocals with polished new jack swing grooves and R&B rhythms.

A Closer Look is an album by Babyface, released in 1991. Smooth remixes blend Babyface's soulful vocals with polished new jack swing grooves and R&B rhythms. The album features remixes of some of Babyface's biggest hits, showcasing his influence on the new jack swing movement. It solidified his reputation as a premier R&B artist during the early '90s and contributed to his later Grammy wins for songwriting and production. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does A Closer Look sound like?

Smooth remixes blend Babyface's soulful vocals with polished new jack swing grooves and R&B rhythms. Rooted in soul and soft rock.

What makes A Closer Look by Babyface notable?

The album features remixes of some of Babyface's biggest hits, showcasing his influence on the new jack swing movement. It solidified his reputation as a premier R&B artist during the early '90s and contributed to his later Grammy wins for songwriting and production. Released in 1991, 'A Closer Look' is a remix album that follows Babyface's successful debut solo effort, 'Tender Lover.' At this stage in his career, he was transitioning from a songwriter and producer for other artists to a prominent solo artist, capitalizing on his increasing popularity.

How many songs are on A Closer Look?

A Closer Look has 11 tracks, running approximately 64 minutes.

Tracklist

11 tracks·64:29

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

  • 1 Mary Mack (3 Boyz From Newark remix) 6:09
  • 2 Two Occasions (live) Standout 5:54
  • 3 I Love You Babe (The Ghostbrothers & Rodney Ascue remix) 4:07
  • 4 Chivalry (The Characters remix) 4:42
  • 5 Lovers (Roger S remix) 5:08
  • 6 It's No Crime (Blaze remix) Standout 6:58
  • 7 Love Saw It (Eric Schilling & Nick Martinelli remix) 6:14
  • 8 Love Makes Things Happen (Eric Schilling & Nick Martinelli remix) 5:31
  • 9 My Kinda Girl (James Alfonso & Yvonne Turner remix) 7:35
  • 10 Whip Appeal (Blaze remix) Standout 5:34
  • 11 Lovers (Jazz Lover’s mix) 6:32

Release Date

January 1, 1991

Genre

hip-hop soul, soft rock, soul

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

64 min 29 sec