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So Happy

Eddie Murphy · 1989

48 min · 10 tracks · contemporary R&B ยท funk ยท synth-pop

A vibrant blend of funk and R&B, laced with Eddie Murphy's charismatic humor and playful lyrics.

So Happy is an album by Eddie Murphy, released in 1989. A vibrant blend of funk and R&B, laced with Eddie Murphy's charismatic humor and playful lyrics. The album features the hit single 'Put Your Mouth On Me', which reached the Billboard Hot 100, highlighting Murphy's crossover appeal from comedy to music. Despite mixed critical reviews, 'So Happy' reflects the late 80s music scene's embrace of comedic artists experimenting with mainstream genres. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does So Happy sound like?

A vibrant blend of funk and R&B, laced with Eddie Murphy's charismatic humor and playful lyrics. Rooted in contemporary R&B and funk.

What makes So Happy by Eddie Murphy notable?

The album features the hit single 'Put Your Mouth On Me', which reached the Billboard Hot 100, highlighting Murphy's crossover appeal from comedy to music. Despite mixed critical reviews, 'So Happy' reflects the late 80s music scene's embrace of comedic artists experimenting with mainstream genres. Released in 1989, 'So Happy' marked Eddie Murphy's transition from a successful stand-up comedian and actor to a serious music artist. This album came after his debut album, 'How Could It Be', showcasing a continued exploration of contemporary R&B and dance-pop styles, solidifying his presence in the music industry during a peak in his acting career.

How many songs are on So Happy?

So Happy has 10 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·48:10

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

  • 1 Put Your Mouth On Me Standout 4:06
  • 2 Till The Money's Gone Standout 5:16
  • 3 I Got It 4:09
  • 4 So Happy Standout 4:28
  • 5 Bubble Hill 6:19
  • 6 With All I Know 4:06
  • 7 Pretty Please 3:43
  • 8 Love Moans 5:15
  • 9 Let's Get With It 5:07
  • 10 Tonight 5:36

Release Date

January 1, 1989

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

48 min 10 sec