Classic Vibe: Jagged Edge "I Gotta Be" (1997)

Classic Vibe: Jagged Edge "I Gotta Be" (1997)

The second classic R&B song of the day is “I Gotta Be” by Jagged Edge from their debut album “A Jagged Era.” Interestingly, there were two videos shot for this song; the second featured the original four members of Destiny’s Child....
Classic Vibe: Playa "Cheers 2 U" (1998) (Produced by Timbaland)

Classic Vibe: Playa "Cheers 2 U" (1998) (Produced by Timbaland)

Louisville r&b trio Playa scored a top 10 single on the r&b charts with their 1998 song “Cheers 2 U.” The group, with the help of the production of Timbaland, released only one album; “Cheers 2 U” in the same year. Ten years later,...
Classic Vibe: Jon B. "Someone to Love" featuring Babyface (1995)

Classic Vibe: Jon B. "Someone to Love" featuring Babyface (1995)

When Jon B. was discovered by Babyface and eventually released his solo album with his help, he quickly become known for being a white man singing in an r&b genre dominated by African Americans. However, songs like today’s classic r&b song of the day...
Classic Vibe: Big L "Put it On" (1995)

Classic Vibe: Big L "Put it On" (1995)

Had he not passed away way too soon before his time, Big L might be one of the biggest names in hip hop today. In fact, I have him in my top five rappers of all time due to his lyricism and word play. Word is, he was set to sign with Jay-Z and Roc-A-Fella, which makes...