A masterpiece that combines sophisticated production with outstanding vocal talent.
Hits like "Fake" and "Criticize" are a perfect blend of funky beats and urban melodies. Jam & Lewis' meticulous programming and arrangements bring out O'Neal's powerful vocals in the best possible light. This album is an important milestone in R&B history and had a profound influence on subsequent R&B artists. It is an ideal album that combines commercial success with musical perfection.
17 TRACKS:
1)
Intro
2)
(What Can I Say) To Make You Love Me
3)
Intro
4)
Hearsay
5)
Intro
6)
The Lovers
7)
Intro
8)
Fake
9)
Intro
10)
Criticize
11)
Intro
12)
Never Knew Love Like This
13)
Interlude
14)
Sunshine
15)
Crying Overtime
16)
Intro
17)
When The Party's Over
A&R [A&R Coordinator] - Robin Tucker (2)
Arranged By [Rhythm Arrangements] - Jellybean Johnson (10)
Arranged By [Rhythm Arrangements] - Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis (2, 4, 6, 8, 14, 15, 17)
Arranged By [Vocal Arrangements] - Alexander O'Neal
Arranged By [Vocal Arrangements] - Jellybean Johnson (10)
Arranged By [Vocal Arrangements] - Jam
Arranged By [Vocal Arrangements] - Lisa Keith (10)
Arranged By [Vocal Arrangements] - Lewis
Art Direction, Design - Dale Wehlacz
Coordinator [Production Coordinator] - Susan Owens
Executive-Producer - Clarence Avant
Guest [Alexander's Party Guest] - Carra Wallace
Guest [Alexander's Party Guest] - Cheryl Yvette Woodward
Guest [Alexander's Party Guest] - Delinda Miller
Guest [Alexander's Party Guest] - James "Popeye" Greer
Guest [Alexander's Party Guest] - Jellybean Johnson
Guest [Alexander's Party Guest] - Jerome Benton
Guest [Alexander's Party Guest] - Jimmy Jam
Guest [Alexander's Party Guest] - Karen Williams (8)
Guest [Alexander's Party Guest] - Margie Abrahamson
Guest [Alexander's Party Guest] - Terry Lewis
Guest [Alexander's Party Guest] - Trish A. Woods
Management - Craig L. Rice Prod.
Management [Operations Manager] - James "Popeye" Greer
Mastered By - Brian Gardner
Photography By - Stafford (2)
Producer - Jimmy Jam And Terry Lewis
Programmed By [Computer Programming], Sequenced By - Spencer Bernard
