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Love Over-Due

James Brown · 1991

36 min · 8 tracks · blues · funk · soul

A vibrant fusion of funk and soul, laden with heartfelt grooves and uplifting messages of love and resilience.

Why listen to this

Best for
uplifting grooves for celebration steady rhythm for dancing heartfelt messages of resilience
Context
By 1991, James Brown was a seasoned performer, having released numerous influential albums since his debut in the 1950s. 'Love Over-Due' came during a period when Brown's commercial viability was challenged, yet he sought to reconnect with the mainstream audience through this album's blend of funk and soulful ballads.
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blues, funk, soul

Love Over-Due is an album by James Brown, released in 1991. A vibrant fusion of funk and soul, laden with heartfelt grooves and uplifting messages of love and resilience. 'Love Over-Due' is notable for its return to the R&B charts, peaking at number 49 on the Billboard R&B chart. The album showcases Brown's enduring influence on funk music and exemplifies his ability to adapt while still delivering powerful messages about love and social issues. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Love Over-Due sound like?

A vibrant fusion of funk and soul, laden with heartfelt grooves and uplifting messages of love and resilience. Rooted in blues and funk.

What makes Love Over-Due by James Brown notable?

'Love Over-Due' is notable for its return to the R&B charts, peaking at number 49 on the Billboard R&B chart. The album showcases Brown's enduring influence on funk music and exemplifies his ability to adapt while still delivering powerful messages about love and social issues. By 1991, James Brown was a seasoned performer, having released numerous influential albums since his debut in the 1950s. 'Love Over-Due' came during a period when Brown's commercial viability was challenged, yet he sought to reconnect with the mainstream audience through this album's blend of funk and soulful ballads.

Who is Love Over-Due for?

Love Over-Due works well if you're into uplifting grooves for celebration, steady rhythm for dancing and heartfelt messages of resilience.

How many songs are on Love Over-Due?

Love Over-Due has 8 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.

Tracklist

8 tracks·36:27

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

  • 1 (So Tired of Standing Still We Got to) Move On Standout 5:14
  • 2 Show Me 4:28
  • 3 Dance, Dance, Dance to the Funk Standout 5:15
  • 4 Teardrops on Your Letter Standout 4:16
  • 5 Standing on Higher Ground 4:14
  • 6 Later for Dancing 4:24
  • 7 You Are My Everything 5:22
  • 8 It’s Time to Love (Put a Little Love in Your Heart) 3:11

Release Date

January 1, 1991

Genre

blues, funk, soul

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

36 min 27 sec