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Honey

Ohio Players · 1975

31 min · 7 tracks · funk

A sultry blend of funk grooves, silky vocals, and playful lyrics that celebrates love and desire.

Honey is an album by Ohio Players, released in 1975. A sultry blend of funk grooves, silky vocals, and playful lyrics that celebrates love and desire. 'Honey' produced the iconic hit 'Love Rollercoaster,' which became one of their signature songs and topped the Billboard charts. The album's lush production and provocative themes contributed to its lasting impact on the funk genre, influencing numerous artists in the decades that followed. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Honey sound like?

A sultry blend of funk grooves, silky vocals, and playful lyrics that celebrates love and desire. Rooted in funk.

What makes Honey by Ohio Players notable?

'Honey' produced the iconic hit 'Love Rollercoaster,' which became one of their signature songs and topped the Billboard charts. The album's lush production and provocative themes contributed to its lasting impact on the funk genre, influencing numerous artists in the decades that followed. Released in 1975, 'Honey' was the Ohio Players' fifth studio album and followed their commercial breakthrough with 'Skin Tight.' At this point, they were solidifying their reputation as pioneers of funk, blending smooth melodies with upbeat rhythms. The album marked a peak phase in their career where they were becoming household names in the genre.

How many songs are on Honey?

Honey has 7 tracks, running approximately 31 minutes.

Tracklist

7 tracks·31:51

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

  • 1 Honey Standout 5:19
  • 2 Fopp 3:54
  • 3 Let's Love 5:13
  • 4 Ain't Givin' Up No Ground 1:42
  • 5 Sweet Sticky Thing Standout 6:12
  • 6 Love Rollercoaster Standout 4:50
  • 7 Alone 4:37

Release Date

January 1, 1975

Genre

funk

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

31 min 51 sec