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Best Kept Secret

Sheena Easton · 1983

62 min · 15 tracks · contemporary R&B · country · pop rock

A polished blend of pop and R&B, showcasing catchy hooks and Easton's vibrant vocal delivery.

Best Kept Secret is an album by Sheena Easton, released in 1983. A polished blend of pop and R&B, showcasing catchy hooks and Easton's vibrant vocal delivery. This album includes the hit single 'Telefone (Long Distance Love Affair)', which reached the Top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100. Its commercial success helped reinforce Easton’s status as a staple in 1980s pop music while showcasing her versatility across genres such as dance-pop and R&B. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Best Kept Secret sound like?

A polished blend of pop and R&B, showcasing catchy hooks and Easton's vibrant vocal delivery. Rooted in contemporary R&B and country.

What makes Best Kept Secret by Sheena Easton notable?

This album includes the hit single 'Telefone (Long Distance Love Affair)', which reached the Top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100. Its commercial success helped reinforce Easton’s status as a staple in 1980s pop music while showcasing her versatility across genres such as dance-pop and R&B. Released on October 1, 1983, 'Best Kept Secret' was Sheena Easton's fourth studio album following her commercial breakthrough with 'Morning Train (Nine to Five)'. At this stage in her career, she was solidifying her place in the pop landscape, transitioning from early hits into a more mature sound.

How many songs are on Best Kept Secret?

Best Kept Secret has 15 tracks, running approximately 62 minutes.

Tracklist

15 tracks·62:22

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

  • 1 Telefone (Long Distance Love Affair) Standout 3:44
  • 2 I Like the Fright 3:49
  • 3 Almost Over You Standout 3:41
  • 4 Devil in a Fast Car 4:01
  • 5 Don’t Leave Me This Way 4:57
  • 6 Let Sleeping Dogs Lie 4:31
  • 7 (She’s in Love) With Her Radio Standout 3:36
  • 8 Just One Smile 4:48
  • 9 Sweet Talk 3:49
  • 10 Best Kept Man 3:48
  • 11 Telefone (Long Distance Love Affair) (extended) 6:11
  • 12 Wish You Were Here Tonight 3:58
  • 13 I Don’t Need Your Word 3:20
  • 14 We’ve Got Tonight 3:50
  • 15 Telefone (Long Distance Love Affair) (dance mix) 4:19

Release Date

October 1, 1983

Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

62 min 22 sec