Classic Vibe: Ciara “Promise” (produced by Polow Da Don)

Classic Vibe: Ciara “Promise” (produced by Polow Da Don)

I look at this song as one of the biggest turning points of Ciara’s career because it was completely different from what she did on her debut album. Everyone knew Ciara as the Princess of Crunk, but this song was straight up R&B. Though this brought some...
Classic Vibe: Justin Timberlake “Cry Me A River” (2002)

Classic Vibe: Justin Timberlake “Cry Me A River” (2002)

Even though the first single “Like I Love You” did well on the charts, it was really this song that set him off as a solo artist. Justin really hasn’t been doing anything musically since his last album, so I’m anxiously waiting to see what he...
Classic Vibe: Nicole Wray “I’m Lookin” (2001)

Classic Vibe: Nicole Wray “I’m Lookin” (2001)

“I’m Lookin” was set to be the lead single from Nicole’s sophomore album “Elektric Blue”, but eventually the project was scrapped and never saw the light of day. The song, however, did manage to chart on the Billboard Hot...
Classic Vibe: Montell Jordan – When You Get Home (1998)

Classic Vibe: Montell Jordan – When You Get Home (1998)

From Montell’s 1998 “Let’s Ride” album, this songs samples Marvin Gaye’s classic cut “I Want You.” Montell definitely did his thing on this track. Even though its been rumored that Montell has quit the business for good, I...