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Post by seminolefan on Jul 20, 2020 10:56:24 GMT -5
And a few extras... July 29, 1989The theme song to the Spike Lee film Do The Right Thing, this song topped the rap chart and reached #20 for R&B. It's widely considered this group's signature song. Fight The Power - Public Enemy July 28, 1990This first solo single by this former member of Atlantic Starr peaked at #13 on the R&B chart. The Master Key - Barbara Weathers July 27, 1991From the Jungle Fever soundtrack, he took it to #3 R&B and #92 on the Hot 100. Gotta Have You - Stevie Wonder July 25, 1992Her fifth and final Top 10 R&B hit was a remake of a song originally recorded by The Deele. Her version rose to #6 on the R&B chart. Just My Luck - Alyson Williams
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Post by seminolefan on Jul 27, 2020 10:28:48 GMT -5
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Post by seminolefan on Aug 3, 2020 11:17:29 GMT -5
August 6, 1983Stevie Wonder recorded this song for his 1972 album Talking Book. This singer from North Carolina recorded his version over a decade later and took it to #19 on the soul chart. You And I - O'BryanAnd as a bonus: You And I (We Can Conquer The World) - Stevie WonderIt's also been covered by the likes of Barbra Streisand and George Michael. August 6, 1977Taking on a song that Earth, Wind & Fire took to the top of the soul chart a year earlier, their version peaked at #33 soul. Getaway - The Salsoul Orchestra
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Post by seminolefan on Aug 10, 2020 11:11:43 GMT -5
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Post by seminolefan on Aug 17, 2020 10:47:32 GMT -5
August 22, 1987First recorded by Aaron Neville, and later covered by Heart, this singer put his own spin on it and took it to #22 on the soul chart. Tell It Like It Is - Richard "Dimples" Fields August 19, 1972The first charted single for this group from Philadelphia made it to #17 soul and #64 on the Hot 100. It's a song that debuted in the 1934 Broadway revue Thumbs Up! and has been covered numerous times since by the likes of Bing Crosby, Judy Garland, and Barbra Streisand. Zing Went The Strings Of My Heart - The Trammps August 26, 1978Her first single after leaving Chic peaked at #15 on the soul chart. Saturday - Norma Jean Wright
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Post by seminolefan on Aug 24, 2020 10:53:34 GMT -5
August 30, 1980One of two songs by this Italian-American group featuring the vocals of Luther Vandross, it climbed to #23 on the soul chart. Searching - Change August 30, 1986Born in Queens, she took this song to #24 soul. It's considered one of her signature songs. Fool's Paradise - Meli'sa Morgan August 28, 1976Taking on a #1 pop hit by The Bee Gees, they sent their version to #35 on the soul chart. Jive Talkin' - Rufus feat. Chaka Khan
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Post by seminolefan on Aug 24, 2020 11:18:24 GMT -5
And some extras... August 27, 1988This song has been recorded by the likes of Nat King Cole, Doris Day, Johnny Mathis, and Etta James. Celine Dion and Clive Griffin recorded it for the soundtrack to the movie Sleepless In Seattle. The most successful version is by The Lettermen, who took it to #7 in 1961. This singer took her version to #31 on the R&B chart. When I Fall In Love - Natalie ColeNatalie would record the song again in the '90s, this time as a virtual duet with her father. August 26, 1989Born in St. Louis, he grew up in the church. He would go on to compete on Showtime At The Apollo before signing a record deal. His biggest his reached #3 R&B. Two Wrongs (Don't Make It Right) - David PeastonFun fact: His sister was Fontella Bass, best known for her song "Rescue Me". August 25, 1990Her final Top 10 on the R&B chart came with this song, which peaked at #10. Do You Really Want My Love - Melba Moore August 31, 1991Taking on a classic by Paul Davis , he took his version to #37 on the R&B chart. I Go Crazy - Will Downing August 29, 1992From the Mo' Money soundtrack, this song rose to #2 R&B and #54 on the Hot 100. Money Can't Buy You Love - Ralph Tresvant
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Post by seminolefan on Aug 31, 2020 11:05:22 GMT -5
September 5, 1981His final Hot 100 entry peaked at #67. On the soul chart, it was his final Top 10 hit, climbing to #4. Just Be My Lady - Larry GrahamFun fact: Drake is his nephew. September 7, 1985Formed by Prince, this band, which included a few former members of The Time, was the first act signed to his Paisley Park label. Their biggest hit rose to #9 soul and #63 on the Hot 100. The Screams Of Passion - The Family September 8, 1973One of their final singles at Motown, this song reached #28 on the soul chart and #61 on the Hot 100. All I Need Is Time - Gladys Knight & The Pips
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Post by seminolefan on Sept 7, 2020 10:59:38 GMT -5
September 8, 1984"Hold Me" was the biggest hit on the Hot 100 for this boy band from Puerto Rico. Their biggest hit on the soul chart came months earlier, with a song that peaked at #36. If You're Not Here (By My Side) - MenudoFun fact: Ricky Martin joined the group shortly after this song was released. September 11, 1971The follow-up to their Top 10 soul hit "Do Me Right", and still months away from hitting AT40, they took this song to #18 soul and #91 on the Hot 100. Wear This Ring (With Love) - The Detroit EmeraldsFun fact: despite their name, they were actually formed in Little Rock, Arkansas. September 17, 1977Soul Brother #1 sent this song to #20 on the soul chart. Give Me Some Skin - James Brown & The J.B.'s
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Post by seminolefan on Sept 14, 2020 11:07:56 GMT -5
September 20, 1986First released by Jr. Walker & The All Stars in 1969, this saxophonist released his version from his Duotones album with Ellis Hall on vocals. It peaked at #15 on the soul chart. What Does It Take (To Win Your Love) - Kenny G September 21, 1974The biggest solo hit for this singer from St. Louis made it to #8 on the soul chart. He would later join The Spinners. Careful Man - John Edwards
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Post by seminolefan on Sept 21, 2020 10:20:35 GMT -5
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Post by seminolefan on Sept 28, 2020 10:28:19 GMT -5
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Post by seminolefan on Sept 28, 2020 10:54:30 GMT -5
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Post by seminolefan on Oct 5, 2020 10:34:10 GMT -5
October 11, 1980The final Top 40 hit on the soul chart for this late singer peaked at #14. Features Peabo Bryson. Here We Go - Minnie Riperton October 13, 1984Born Denise Matthews, she was best known as the lead singer of the group that had a hit with "Nasty Girl". She eventually left the group and signed with Motown. Her first solo single reached #15 soul and #75 on the Hot 100. Pretty Mess - Vanity October 7, 1978One of the final Top 10 soul hits for these sisters, it got as high as #6. Sadly, one of the sisters recently passed away. Smile - The Emotions October 7, 1972Formed in Philadelphia, they've had 12 songs reach the Top 20 of the soul chart. This song climbed to #12. (Win, Place Or Show) She's a Winner - The Intruders
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Post by seminolefan on Oct 12, 2020 11:32:13 GMT -5
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