The Ballads Collection
Cameo · 1998
58 min · 12 tracks · funk · hip-hop · R&B
A smooth blend of soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics, capturing the essence of 90s R&B balladry.
The Ballads Collection is an album by Cameo, released in 1998. A smooth blend of soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics, capturing the essence of 90s R&B balladry. This compilation showcases Cameo's significant contributions to the R&B genre, particularly their ability to blend funk and soul into heartfelt ballads. While it did not achieve major commercial success, it solidified their legacy by highlighting tracks that resonated with fans and influenced contemporary R&B artists. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Ballads Collection sound like?
A smooth blend of soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics, capturing the essence of 90s R&B balladry. Rooted in funk and hip-hop.
What makes The Ballads Collection by Cameo notable?
This compilation showcases Cameo's significant contributions to the R&B genre, particularly their ability to blend funk and soul into heartfelt ballads. While it did not achieve major commercial success, it solidified their legacy by highlighting tracks that resonated with fans and influenced contemporary R&B artists. Released in 1998, 'The Ballads Collection' marked a retrospective phase for Cameo, following their peak years in the 1980s with hits like 'Word Up!' and 'Candy'. At this point, the group was transitioning from chart dominance to compiling their softer, more romantic material for a new audience.
How many songs are on The Ballads Collection?
The Ballads Collection has 12 tracks, running approximately 58 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Why Have I Lost You? Standout 4:46
- 2 Sparkle Standout 4:54
- 3 It’s Over 4:19
- 4 Feel Me 6:11
- 5 We All Know Who We Are 5:54
- 6 Hanging Downtown 5:09
- 7 Love You Anyway 4:51
- 8 Don’t Be Lonely 5:16
- 9 I Owe It All To You Standout 2:56
- 10 I’ll Always Stay 3:55
- 11 I Never Knew 4:39
- 12 Why Have I Lost You 5:14
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