"Halfcrazy" is a song performed by Musiq Soulchild, issued as the lead single from his second studio album Juslisen. The single was released only on vinyl; and it contains a sample of "Vivre Pour Vivre" by Francis Lai. The song is Musiq's biggest hit to date on the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at No. 16 in 2002.
"Vapors" is a song co-written and performed by American hip hop musician Biz Markie, issued as the fifth single from his debut studio album Goin' Off. The song peaked at #80 on the Billboard R&B chart in 1988. The song features an unauthorized sample/interpolation from James Brown's 1974 smash "Papa Don't Take No Mess".
"Citysong" is a song performed by American alternative rock group Luscious Jackson, issued as the lead single from their debut studio album Natural Ingredients. It was commissioned as a double single with "Deep Shag" in some markets; and it contains a sample of "On and On" by Gladys Knight & the Pips. Co-written and co-produced by group members Jill Cunniff and Gabby Glaser, the song peaked at #39 on the Billboard rock chart in 1994.
"Teddy's Jam" is an instrumental by American R&B group Guy, recorded for their debut studio album Guy (1988). The song was released as the album's third single in 1988. It comprises the melody of The Inspector Gadget theme tune and the chord sequence of Bobby Caldwell's "What You Won't Do for Love".
"Strawberry" is a song co-written, produced and performed by Nicole Renée, issued as the lead single from her eponymous debut album. The song contains a sample of "Paradise" by Grover Washington Jr., and it was Renée's only song to chart on the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at #83 in 1998.
"Freakit" is a song co-written and performed by Das EFX, issued as the lead single from their second studio album Straight Up Sewaside. In 1993, the song reached #1 on the Billboard dance chart, as well as peaking at #43 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Faithful is the third studio album from American contemporary R&B group Hi-Five, released October 26, 1993 via Jive Records. The album peaked at #105 on the Billboard 200 and at #23 on the Billboard R&B chart.
"Stone Cold Gentleman" is a song performed by American contemporary R&B singer Ralph Tresvant, issued as the second single from his eponymous debut album. It originally appeared on the album under the title "Stone Cold Gentleman ", but the title was shortened for commercial release. The song features a rap from fellow New Edition member Bobby Brown; and it peaked at number 34 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1991.
"Gloria" is a song performed by American R&B group Enchantment, issued as the second single from the group's eponymous debut album. It was written by lead singer Emanuel Johnson with frequent collaborator Michael Stokes; and was produced by Stokes. The song was the group's biggest hit on the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at #25 in 1977.
"What If" is a song written, co-produced and performed by American contemporary R&B musician Babyface, issued as the second official single from his sixth studio album Face2Face. The song peaked at #80 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2001.
"Are U Still Down" is a song co-written and performed by American contemporary R&B singer Jon B, issued as a single from his second studio album Cool Relax. It was commissioned as a double single with "They Don't Know" in some markets, including the United States. The song features a rap by American hip hop musician 2Pac; and it was the final rap verse that 2Pac recorded before his death.
"So Very Hard to Go" is a torch song performed by American rhythm and blues band Tower of Power, issued as the second single from their eponymous third album. It was produced by the band and written by band members Emilio Castillo and Stephen Kupka, with Lenny Williams performing the vocals. The song is the band's biggest hit to date in the United States, peaking at No. 17 on the Hot 100 on 28 July 1973 and No. 4 on KHJ on 31 July 1973.
Trina & Tamara is the only studio album by American contemporary R&B group Trina & Tamara, released May 11, 1999 via C2 Records. Co-produced by the group along with Randy Jackson, it did not chart on the Billboard 200 but peaked at #99 on the Billboard R&B chart.
"My Love Is the Shhh!" is a song co-written, produced and performed by American contemporary R&B group Somethin' for the People, issued as the lead single from their second studio album This Time It's Personal. It features vocals from fellow contemporary R&B group Trina & Tamara. The song samples "It's Been a Long Time" by The New Birth; and it was the group's only hit on the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at #4 in 1997. It also reached #1 on the Billboard Rhythmic Top 40 chart.
Just the Way You Like It is the only full-length studio album by American contemporary R&B singer Tasha Holiday. Released March 25, 1997 via MCA Records, the album did not chart on the Billboard 200 but it peaked at #91 on the Billboard R&B chart.
"D. Original" is a song co-written and performed by American hip hop musician Jeru the Damaja, issued as the second single from his debut studio album The Sun Rises in the East. In 1994, the song peaked at #22 on the Billboard rap chart but it fared better on the dance chart, where it peaked at #6.
"Uknowhowwedu" is a song co-written and performed by American hip hop musician Bahamadia, issued as the second single from her debut studio album Kollage. In 1995, the song peaked at #17 on the Billboard rap chart but it fared better on the dance chart, where it peaked at #15.
"Photograph of Mary" is a song performed by American contemporary R&B singer Trey Lorenz, issued as the second single from his eponymous debut studio album. In 1993, the song peaked at #46 on the Billboard R&B chart, but it fared better on the dance chart where it peaked at #6.
This Time It's Personal is the second studio album by American contemporary R&B group Somethin' for the People, released September 23, 1997 via Warner Bros. Records. Co-produced and primarily written by the group, it was their first album to chart on the Billboard 200, peaking at #154. The album also reached #33 on the Billboard R&B chart.
"Ain't Gonna Hurt Nobody" is a song performed by American hip hop group Kid 'n Play. It was issued as the first single from their third studio album Face the Nation, as well as appearing on the soundtrack to the film House Party 2. The song samples the Brick song of the same name, as well as "Funky President " by James Brown.
