A former Miss America singer releases her urban debut album that connects dance-pop and R&B.
Vanessa Williams' debut album showcased a sound centered on dance-pop and contemporary R&B, with singles such as "The Right Stuff," "(He's Got) The Look," and "Dreamin'" reaching the top of the US R&B charts and the Hot 100.
The success of the singles, including the title track "The Right Stuff" and "(He's Got) The Look," which reached the top 10 on Billboard's Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs, and "Dreamin'," which reached #8 on the Hot 100 and #1 on the R&B chart, boosted the album's overall popularity. Vanessa Williams's supple voice, woven over sophisticated beats and synth-driven tracks, spans a wide range of genres, from R&B ballads to dance tunes, leading to the album's success and multiple Grammy nominations. Combining urban production with R&B vocal flair, this important album marked the launch of her career.
