"After a long and artistically triumphant association with Kenny Gamble & Leon Huff that lasted from 1969's 'The O'Jays in Philadelphia' to 1987's 'Let Me Love You', the O'Jays broke their ties to the legendary Philly producers/songwriters, left Philadelphia International Records and opted for a more high-tech "urban contemporary" approach with 'Serious'. Obviously well aware of what younger R&B units like Guy, Levert (lead singer Eddie Levert's young sons and relatives) and Today were up to, the veteran soulsters incorporated "new jack swing" and hip-hop elements and made it clear they were intent on changing with the times. But thankfully, the gritty, gospel-influenced belting that made the O'Jays so dynamic to begin with remained..." (Alex Henderson, AMG)
Speltid 43:28.