Secret Combination
Randy Crawford · 1981
39 min · 10 tracks · jazz · R&B · soul
A smooth blend of jazz-infused soul and R&B, laced with emotional depth and rich instrumentation.
Secret Combination is an album by Randy Crawford, released in 1981. A smooth blend of jazz-infused soul and R&B, laced with emotional depth and rich instrumentation. 'Secret Combination' features the hit single 'You Might Need Somebody', which reached the top of the charts, solidifying Crawford's status in the music industry. The album is also notable for its critical acclaim, often cited as a pivotal work that showcased her vocal prowess and emotional delivery, influencing later soul and R&B artists. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Secret Combination sound like?
A smooth blend of jazz-infused soul and R&B, laced with emotional depth and rich instrumentation. Rooted in jazz and R&B.
What makes Secret Combination by Randy Crawford notable?
'Secret Combination' features the hit single 'You Might Need Somebody', which reached the top of the charts, solidifying Crawford's status in the music industry. The album is also notable for its critical acclaim, often cited as a pivotal work that showcased her vocal prowess and emotional delivery, influencing later soul and R&B artists. By the time 'Secret Combination' was released in 1981, Randy Crawford was establishing herself as a prominent voice in the soul and jazz genres. This album followed her successful collaboration on 'Street Life' (1986) and marked a significant moment in her career as she transitioned towards greater mainstream recognition.
How many songs are on Secret Combination?
Secret Combination has 10 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 You Might Need Somebody Standout 4:19
- 2 Rainy Night in Georgia Standout 4:22
- 3 That's How Heartaches Are Made 2:57
- 4 Two Lives 3:47
- 5 You Bring the Sun Out 3:23
- 6 Rio De Janeiro Blue Standout 4:18
- 7 Secret Combination 3:24
- 8 When I Lose My Way 3:44
- 9 Time for Love 4:15
- 10 Trade Winds 4:55
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