The beat is slamming, the synth is perfect, and Bobby rocks it. Teddy Riley invented New Jack Swing, but this song proved he wasn't the only one who could get it right.
Damn, Johnny sang the hell out of this song! Remember the days when anyone who sang this credibly would win "Showtime at the Apollo" Amateur Night? Speaking of immaculate, part of me can't believe this isn't my #1. That makes sense everything about it is immaculate. End of the Road - Boyz II Men Ĭrossover-wise, this song probably marked the point where Babyface became a superstar. Babyface has the reputation of a ballad writer, but songs like this prove he can pick up the tempo effectively.īack-to-back Pebbles this time! As a composition, it's not the greatest, but it was a big hit for a reason. This is a classic jam from before hip-hop and R&B completely contaminated each other. 1990 was Babyface's best year, because this is only the 3rd-highest single that charted in that year). There's "catchy," there's "infectious," and then there's "Can't Stop."īack-to-back After 7! This is a shining example of a slow jam. If this song doesn't make you sing along, something is wrong with you. I'm still puzzled this wasn't as big as "Can We Talk."īabyface was blessed with the songwriting ability, but both of his brothers are much better singers in my book (and I love Babyface's voice, so that's high praise). Tevin gives his usual great performance, but the song, especially the weaving of the call-and-response chorus, is better than anything else he's ever sung (yes, I said it). Is it too late to record a Milestone album? Putting together the voices behind Jodeci and After 7 was a stroke of genius! Even better, the higher-ranged (JoJo and Kevon) and the lower-ranged (Melvin and K-Ci) singers alternate verses to great effect. This would have to be the most underrated song in Babyface's entire catalog. I Care 'Bout You - Milestone (K-Ci & JoJo, Kevon & Melvin Edmonds, Babyface) It's a shame they never recorded another song together.ĩ. Neither can claim to be the best of singers, but they emote well and their voices really complement one another. This duet is touching without being saccharine. I suppose that makes sense when you consider she was married to his erstwhile partner, L.A. Karyn White and Toni Braxton have been closely associated with Babyface at some point, but Pebbles is the queen of Babyface songs. Love Makes Things Happen - Pebbles featuring Babyface
I still can't figure out why Face didn't keep this one for himself. My second-favorite Babyface duet, this sounds just as magnificent 11 years later. Someone to Love - Jon B featuring Babyface This song in particular is excellent all around: songwriting, production, and a standout vocal performance from Damian.ġ2. Sadly, this duo passed away before they could record a followup, but this album was a fantastic way to start LaFace Records. My favorite song sung by the man himself, I'll take it both and without Bobby Brown ("get Bob outta here!") The whoa-oo-whoas at end really take it home. We're Not Making Love No More - Dru Hill Yes, yes, I prefer the cover! Is something wrong with me? The Deele original with Face on vocals is sweet (no pun intended), but this one has something extra.ġ5. Bobby was really on top of the world back then. On Our Own - Bobby Brown Ībove all else, this song is just fun. I'm Your Baby Tonight - Whitney Houstonġ7. It's gotta be the one with the finger snaps (a.k.a. The crown jewel of the soundtrack, this song is so good I can forgive rhyming "secretary" and "there" (although I'll never stop laughing at it) Exhale (Shoop Shoop) - Whitney Houston ģ1. Backyard (Outta the Hood Remix) - Pebbles featuring Salt-N-Pepaģ6. Where Is My Love? - El DeBarge featuring BabyfaceĤ0. Count on Me - Whitney Houston & CeCe Winans Ĥ3. Seven Whole Days (Live) - Toni BraxtonĤ4. You Mean the World to Me - Toni BraxtonĤ6. Let's Get the Mood Right - Johnny Gillĥ5. Give U My Heart - Babyface featuring Toni Braxton ĥ8.
Love Shoulda Brought You Home - Toni Braxton ĥ9. Love Saw It - Karyn White featuring BabyfaceĦ5. Diggin' on You (L.A.'s Live Mix) - TLCħ4. Something in Your Eyes - Bell Biv DeVoeħ8. Why Does It Hurt So Bad - Whitney Houston ĩ2. The Day (That You Gave Me a Son) - Babyfaceĩ5. When You Believe - Whitney Houston & Mariah Carey ĩ6. I Wanna Love Like That - Tony Thompson (the only collaboration between super producers Babyface and Teddy Riley)ĩ7. Nothin (That Compares 2 U) - The Jacksonsĩ9. I made the tough decision to ignore all covers (except one special case where I prefer it to the original).ġ00. There is very little of his output with which I'm not familiar. My latest attempt at following Casey Kasem and Donnie Simpson is a list of my favorite Babyface-penned songs.
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