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Let Me Know You

Stanley Clarke · 1982

34 min · 8 tracks · contemporary R&B ยท funk ยท jazz fusion

A vibrant fusion of funk and jazz with soulful melodies that invite listeners to groove and reflect.

Let Me Know You is an album by Stanley Clarke, released in 1982. A vibrant fusion of funk and jazz with soulful melodies that invite listeners to groove and reflect. 'Let Me Know You' is notable for its smooth blend of jazz and R&B, contributing to Clarke's reputation as an innovative bassist. The album features the hit single 'You Are the One for Me', which received significant airplay and helped bridge the gap between jazz and mainstream pop, influencing subsequent artists in both genres. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Let Me Know You sound like?

A vibrant fusion of funk and jazz with soulful melodies that invite listeners to groove and reflect. Rooted in contemporary R&B and funk.

What makes Let Me Know You by Stanley Clarke notable?

'Let Me Know You' is notable for its smooth blend of jazz and R&B, contributing to Clarke's reputation as an innovative bassist. The album features the hit single 'You Are the One for Me', which received significant airplay and helped bridge the gap between jazz and mainstream pop, influencing subsequent artists in both genres. Released in 1982, 'Let Me Know You' was Stanley Clarke's sixth studio album, following his commercially successful 'Journey to Love' from 1975. At this point in his career, Clarke was solidifying his status as a prominent figure in jazz fusion while exploring contemporary R&B influences, reflecting a shift towards a more accessible sound.

How many songs are on Let Me Know You?

Let Me Know You has 8 tracks, running approximately 34 minutes.

Tracklist

8 tracks·34:33

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Straight to the Top 4:02
  • 2 Let Me Know You Standout 4:38
  • 3 You Are the One for Me Standout 4:49
  • 4 I Just Want to Be Your Brother 3:13
  • 5 The Force of Love Standout 5:48
  • 6 Play the Bass 1:14
  • 7 Secret to My Heart 5:05
  • 8 New York City 5:44

Release Date

January 1, 1982

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

34 min 33 sec