Shanice Wilson - Discovery
The "Discovery" of singing sensation Shanice Wilson fell across my reminisce of 1987 in a big way! Her debut album was ultimately one of many records that got massive spins on my turntable back then, much earlier than her jam "I Love Your Smile". I loved every track on it. It grooved, it mellowed, it chilled, it soothed, & it brought the reflection of Shanice's powerful voice. This songbird did more than just explode into the R&B world, but also set into motion many more projects down the road.
And it also brought to light another producer who came with a grooveline much stronger than his own solo album as a singer - Bryan Loren.
Track Listing -
~ I Think I Love You
~ No 1/2 Steppin'
~ (Baby Tell Me) Can You Dance
~ Spend Some Time With Me
~ He's So Cute
~ I'll Bet She's Got A Boyfriend
~ Do I Know You
~ Just A Game
~ The Way You Love Me
1987 A&M Records, Inc.
If I remember correctly, but i could be wrong, "No 1/2 Steppin" (see video above) came out of the gate swinging, with a mid-tempo'd, harmonic pace making for the head bop to go into full effect!; "(Baby Tell Me) Can You Dance" kept the flow moving, showcasing the exquisite R&B style & pure talents of Bryan Loren. He seems to tear into a little bit of sounds & reflections to some earlier Prince productions. Some soft, but a little hard nosed beats & grooves locked into place with Shanice's sensitive voice projecting the music - the composition.
I jammed the heck out of "I'll Bet She's Got A Boyfriend"! The beats & melody was catchy & hard to miss! It almost sounded like a young ladies poetry song, harping on a youthful memory of going to school & talking about who was with who, - and the competition. Shanice simply suggested to the young man at heart that she was the better choice than the other.; The same goes with "He's So Cute"....you can't help to think about those days back in the 80's - the innocence.
Shanice's vocal strength gains momentum when she slips into the slow compositions. Slow songs like "Do I Know You", "Just A Game" & one of the best slow songs I ever heard her sing, "The Way You Love Me". In fact, I added that gem to my slow jam mixtapes back in the day. The way this song was composed was absolutely beautiful. From the production straight down to the lyrics. I would have to also vouch for "Do I Know You" as well.
This album brings back a whole lot of memories. It also enlightened how vocally blessed Shanice Wilson is. I hope she's still recording music, because when she drops it, you'll feel it!
T
The Urban Music Scene
And we found the video song you were talking about Brother...."The Way You Love Me"!!
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