Shanice – Inner Child (Motown CD, 1991) – Soul & Contemporary R&B Album

Product Details

Key Information

• UPC: 731453000728
• Product Type: Compact Disc (CD) Album
• Catalog Number: Motown – 530 007-2 (Also available on LP 530 007-1 & MC 530 007-4)
• Country: Europe
• Release Year: 1991
• Label: Motown Record Company, L.P.
• Format: CD, also available on Cassette and LP
• Genre: Funk / Soul, Contemporary R&B

Overview

"Inner Child" is the second studio album by American R&B singer Shanice, released in 1991 by Motown Records. This soulful and uplifting album features unforgettable tracks like the hit single "I Love Your Smile" and an exclusive bonus rendition of "Lovin' You." With a blend of upbeat interludes and heartfelt ballads, Shanice's "Inner Child" encourages listeners to embrace the innocence and joy of youth while experiencing the rich textures of contemporary R&B and soul music.

Hungarian Translation – Áttekintés

Az "Inner Child" Shanice második studioalbuma, melyet 1991-ben adtak ki a Motown Records által. Ez a lélekmelengető és felemelő album olyan felejthetetlen számokat tartalmaz, mint a sláger "I Love Your Smile" és egy exkluzív bonusz változat a "Lovin' You" című dalból. Az élénk intermezók és meghitt balladák keveréke arra ösztönzi a hallgatókat, hogy fogadják be a gyermeki ártatlanságot és örömöt, miközben élvezik a kortárs R&B és soul zene gazdag hangzásvilágát.

Product Features

Format & Technical Details

• Format: Digital Audio – Compact Disc (CD) Album
• Audio Credits:
  • Mastered by: Bob Ludwig
  • Mixed by: David Frazer
  • Produced & Arranged by: Narada Michael Walden for Perfection Light Productions
• Included Bonus Tracks:
  • Track 9 "Lovin' You" available on CD only.
  • Track 14 "I Love Your Smile (Hakeem's Mix)" available on CD & Cassette only.

Musical and Cultural Highlights

• Uplifting Soul & R&B Vibes:
  Embrace a musical journey that blends lively interludes with heartfelt, soulful ballads.
• Signature Hit:
  Experience Shanice’s breakthrough hit "I Love Your Smile," a song that captivated audiences with its irresistible charm.
• Distinctive Production:
  With the signature production of Narada Michael Walden, this album radiates the polished sound and emotional depth synonymous with early 90s Motown releases.
• Artist Background:
  Shanice, born Shanice Lorraine Wilson in 1973, is a celebrated American R&B/Soul singer-songwriter, record producer, actress, and dancer, whose charismatic performance and distinctive voice continue to inspire generations.

Interesting Facts

Unique Details

• Title Meaning:
  "Inner Child" resonates with the universal desire to nurture your inner spirit and maintain a youthful sense of wonder—an enduring theme that Shanice echoes throughout the album.
• Production Excellence:
  Produced by the legendary Narada Michael Walden, the album showcases meticulous production quality and innovative arrangements, highlighting Motown's enduring influence in the R&B genre.
• Cultural Impact:
  The hit "I Love Your Smile" not only topped the charts but also became an anthem for positivity and self-assurance during the early 90s, solidifying Shanice’s legacy in the music industry.

Hungarian Translation – Érdekes Tények

• A cím üzenete:
  Az "Inner Child" a belső lélek ápolásának és a gyermekkor csodálatos érzésének megőrzésére utal – olyan örök témát, amely Shanice egész albumán átível.
• Kiemelkedő produkció:
  A legendás Narada Michael Walden által készített album a kifinomult hangzásvilágot és az innovatív hangszereléseket emeli ki, tükrözve a Motown R&B műfajában betöltött meghatározó szerepét.
• Kulturális hatás:
  Az "I Love Your Smile" sláger nemcsak a slágerlisták élére került, hanem a pozitivitás és az önbizalom himnuszává vált az 90-es évek elején, megerősítve Shanice örökségét a zeneiparban.

Track Listing

1. Keep Your Inner Child Alive (Interlude) – 1:25
2. I Love Your Smile – 4:19
3. Forever In Your Love – 4:46
4. I'm Cryin' – 5:07
5. I Hate To Be Lonely – 6:46
6. Stop Cheatin' On Me – 4:50
7. Silent Prayer – 5:03
8. Peace In The World – 4:26
9. Lovin' You – 3:56
10. You Ain't All That – 4:36
11. Shanice & Mookie Meet Homey (Interlude) – 0:23
12. You Didn't Think I'd Come Back This Hard – 3:39
13. You Were The One – 5:21
14. I Love Your Smile (Hakeem's Mix) – 4:16
15. Goodnight (Interlude) – 0:23

Publishers

Released by Motown Record Company, L.P. in 1991, "Inner Child" represents the timeless essence of early 90s R&B and soul. Crafted from master recordings and backed by industry legends, the album is a cherished piece for fans and collectors alike.

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Hungarian (Címkék):

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