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Forever

Sean Combs · 1999

78 min · 20 tracks · contemporary R&B · pop rap · East Coast hip-hop

A lush blend of R&B grooves and East Coast hip-hop swagger, wrapped in slick production.

Forever is an album by Sean Combs, released in 1999. A lush blend of R&B grooves and East Coast hip-hop swagger, wrapped in slick production. 'Forever' debuted at number two on the Billboard 200 chart and solidified Combs' dominance in late-90s hip-hop and R&B. The album is notable for its blend of genres and features high-profile collaborations, like the hit single 'Satisfy You,' which showcased a seamless integration of pop sensibilities into hip-hop production. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Forever sound like?

A lush blend of R&B grooves and East Coast hip-hop swagger, wrapped in slick production. Rooted in contemporary R&B and pop rap.

What makes Forever by Sean Combs notable?

'Forever' debuted at number two on the Billboard 200 chart and solidified Combs' dominance in late-90s hip-hop and R&B. The album is notable for its blend of genres and features high-profile collaborations, like the hit single 'Satisfy You,' which showcased a seamless integration of pop sensibilities into hip-hop production. Released on August 24, 1999, 'Forever' was Sean Combs' third studio album, following the commercial success of 'No Way Out' in 1997. By this time, Combs was not only a top-tier rapper but also an influential mogul, navigating the complexities of fame and personal challenges while expanding his Bad Boy Records empire.

How many songs are on Forever?

Forever has 20 tracks, running approximately 78 minutes.

Tracklist

20 tracks·78:28

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

  • 1 Forever (intro) 1:51
  • 2 What You Want Standout 4:30
  • 3 I’ll Do This for You 5:00
  • 4 Do You Like It… Do You Want It… 3:54
  • 5 Satisfy You Standout 4:48
  • 6 Is This the End, Part Two 4:40
  • 7 I Hear Voices 5:14
  • 8 Fake Thugs Dedication 3:14
  • 9 Diddy Speaks! (interlude) 1:11
  • 10 Angels With Dirty Faces Standout 4:10
  • 11 Gangsta Shit 4:42
  • 12 P.S. 112 (interlude) 0:59
  • 13 Pain 3:56
  • 14 Reverse 5:07
  • 15 Real Niggas 4:01
  • 16 Journey Through the Life 4:55
  • 17 Best Friend 5:32
  • 18 Mad Rapper (interlude) 1:14
  • 19 P.E. 2000 4:51
  • 20 P.E. 2000 (Rock remix) 4:29

Release Date

August 24, 1999

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

78 min 28 sec