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The Icon Is Love

Barry White · 1994

65 min · 10 tracks · soul

A lush blend of smooth soul and romantic ballads, dripping with Barry White's signature deep baritone.

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Best for
long, immersive listening sessions romantic evening ambiance soulful, smooth soundscapes
Context
Released on October 4, 1994, 'The Icon Is Love' was Barry White's first studio album in nearly a decade, following the decline of his commercial peak in the late 1970s. This album marked a comeback for White, who had been largely absent from the music scene during the 1980s and early 1990s due to various personal and professional challenges.
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The Icon Is Love is an album by Barry White, released in 1994. A lush blend of smooth soul and romantic ballads, dripping with Barry White's signature deep baritone. 'The Icon Is Love' debuted at number 16 on the Billboard 200 and reached number one on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart, showcasing White's enduring appeal. The album also features the hit single 'Practice What You Preach,' which topped the R&B charts, solidifying his status as a prominent figure in contemporary soul music during the 90s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Icon Is Love sound like?

A lush blend of smooth soul and romantic ballads, dripping with Barry White's signature deep baritone. Rooted in soul.

What makes The Icon Is Love by Barry White notable?

'The Icon Is Love' debuted at number 16 on the Billboard 200 and reached number one on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart, showcasing White's enduring appeal. The album also features the hit single 'Practice What You Preach,' which topped the R&B charts, solidifying his status as a prominent figure in contemporary soul music during the 90s. Released on October 4, 1994, 'The Icon Is Love' was Barry White's first studio album in nearly a decade, following the decline of his commercial peak in the late 1970s. This album marked a comeback for White, who had been largely absent from the music scene during the 1980s and early 1990s due to various personal and professional challenges.

Who is The Icon Is Love for?

The Icon Is Love works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, romantic evening ambiance and soulful, smooth soundscapes.

How many songs are on The Icon Is Love?

The Icon Is Love has 10 tracks, running approximately 65 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·65:03

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

  • 1 Practice What You Preach Standout 5:58
  • 2 There It Is Standout 7:04
  • 3 I Only Want to Be With You Standout 5:01
  • 4 The Time Is Right 5:46
  • 5 Baby’s Home 8:19
  • 6 Come On 5:50
  • 7 Love Is the Icon 4:37
  • 8 Sexy Undercover 4:52
  • 9 Don’t You Want to Know 6:51
  • 10 Whatever We Had, We Had 10:40

Release Date

October 4, 1994

Genre

soul

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

65 min 3 sec