Cool It Now
New EditionReported release: 1984Date needs verification | Recent carryover
Source year-end #26Supplied note - not independently verified
The challenges of young love and peer pressure.
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1985
1988
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A plea for kindness in love
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Keith SweatReported release: 1987Date needs verification | Recent carryover
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Intense romantic desire
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Questioning the nature of one's feelings
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The early stages of courtship and pursuing a romantic interest.
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Bobby BrownReported release: 1988Date needs verification | Recent carryover
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Brown's assertion of independence and response to media criticism of his behavior.
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Written for the soundtrack of "Ghostbusters II," inspired by the film's themes of teamwork and friendship.
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Brown's desire to create a sensual slow jam for his female fans.
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Brown's appreciation for a special woman in his life.
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New jack swing music style
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New jack swing style
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New jack swing style
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New jack swing influence
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Keith Sweat became associated with new jack swing through Make It Last Forever, his 1987 debut made with producer Teddy Riley. I Want Her emphasized dance rhythms, while the album's title song showed his ballad...
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Cautionary tale about dangerous women
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Impatience in love
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Hi-FiveReported release: 1991Date needs verification
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Youthful romance and playful flirtation
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Desire to start a relationship
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Keith SweatReported release: 1990Date needs verification | Recent carryover
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Promises of devotion in a relationship
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Ralph TresvantReported release: 1990Date needs verification | Recent carryover
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The importance of emotional awareness in relationships
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Celebration of motherhood and respect
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A defensive song about rumors and infidelity.
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Keith Sweat became associated with new jack swing through Make It Last Forever, his 1987 debut made with producer Teddy Riley. I Want Her emphasized dance rhythms, while the album's title song showed his ballad...
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An R&B song about pursuing a reluctant love interest.
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The song celebrates love and commitment, with a smooth R&B sound.
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Bobby Brown began recording with New Edition before pursuing his own solo career. King of Stage appeared in 1986, followed by Don't Be Cruel in 1988. Working with producers and writers including Teddy Riley, Babyface...
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The excitement and anticipation of reuniting with a loved one.
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The back-and-forth nature of a tumultuous relationship.
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A plea to save a failing relationship.
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The song was inspired by the group's comeback and their new mature sound.
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Blackstreet featuring Dr. DreReported release: 1996Date needs verification
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The song was inspired by the slang term "no doubt."
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The song was inspired by the idea of exclusive love and devotion.
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The song was inspired by the complexities of relationships.
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I'm Still in Love with You
New EditionRelease year not establishedDate review open
Source year-end #44Artist background available
New Edition developed in Boston's Roxbury neighborhood and recorded Candy Girl with producer Maurice Starr for Streetwise in 1983. A move to MCA brought the self-titled album and singles Cool It Now and Mr. Telephone...
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Blackstreet featuring Dr. DreReported release: 1996Date needs verification | Recent carryover
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Appreciation for a woman's confidence and style.
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Keith Sweat featuring Athena CageRelease: 1996Source checked | Recent carryover
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The unique and irreplaceable nature of a loved one.
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The complicated nature of love and attraction.
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I Get Lonely
Janet featuring BlackstreetRelease year not establishedDate review open
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The song explores themes of loneliness and desire in a relationship.
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Blackstreet featuring Mya, Mase & Blinky BlinkReported release: 1998Date needs verification
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The song was created for the soundtrack of the animated film "The Rugrats Movie."
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The song was inspired by the joy and excitement of dancing and having a good time.
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Blackstreet featuring Mya, Mase and Blinky BlinkReported release: 1998Date needs verification | Recent carryover
Source year-end #91Supplied note - not independently verified
The song was created for the soundtrack of the animated film "The Rugrats Movie."
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The song was inspired by the joy and excitement of dancing and having a good time.
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