A collection of gorgeous and powerful self-remixes from the king of funk.
This compilation album is a best-of compilation of Rick James' songs, including "Super Freak," "Ebony Eyes," and "You And I." It's packed with the energy of funk and R&B, and symbolizes the energy of '80s soul.
The energetic composition, which crosses the boundaries of funk and rock, showcases Rick James's production skills. The re-recording of "Super Freak" has a more refined sound, with a stunning bass groove. The new track "17" blends electronica and horns, skillfully incorporating the changing times. The album has a brilliant and powerful sound image throughout, making it a highly polished compilation album that summarises his career.
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A:
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1)
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17
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2)
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Oh What A Night (4 Luv)
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3)
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You Turn Me On
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4)
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Fire And Desire
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B:
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1)
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Bustin' Out
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2)
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You And I
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3)
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Mary Jane
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4)
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Dance Wit' Me
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5)
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Give It To Me Baby
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6)
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Super Freak
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Producer, Arranged By, Backing Vocals, Bass, Keyboards, Lead Vocals, Synthesizer - Rick James
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Trumpet, Backing Vocals - LaMorris Payne
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Engineer - Tom Flye
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Backing Vocals, Strings, Synthesizer - Levi Ruffin
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Guitar - Kenny Hawkins
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Percussion - Nate "Guido" Hughes
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Drums, Percussion - Jerry Rainey
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Timbales - Jerry Gonzales
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Producer, Arranged By, Saxophone - Daniel LeMelle
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Saxophone - Bobby Militello
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Engineer [Assistant] - Bill Waldman
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Piano [Grand], Synthesizer - Greg Levias
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Backing Vocals - Process And The Doo Rags
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Backing Vocals - William "Bunty" Hawkins
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Bass - Jerry Livingston (2)