The Best of Love Unlimited [Original recording remastered]

Track Listings

1. Under the Influence of Love

2. It May Be Winter Outside (But in My Heart It's Spring)

3. Oh Love, Well We Finally Made It

4. Move Me No Mountain

5. I Needed Love - You Were There

6. I Can't Let Him Down

7. High Steppin' Hip Dressin' Fella (You Got It Together)

8. I'm So Glad That I'm a Woman

9. If You Want Me, Say It

10. Walkin' in the Rain With the One I Love

11. Fragile, Handle With Care

12. Lovin' You, That's All I'm After

13. I Belong to You

14. Share a Little Love in Your Heart

15. I Guess I'm Just Another Girl in Love

16. Gotta Be Where You Are

17. He's All I've Got

The Best of Love Unlimited,Love Unlimited,Polygram Records,Disco,Funk,Pop,R&B,Smooth Soul,Soul/Reggae/Rhythm & Blues,Urban

Tracks:

My Sweet Summer Suite (12 Inch Version)
Don't You Know How Much I Love You
Brazilian Love Song (12 Inch Version)
Rhapsody In White
Love's Theme
Satin Soul
Theme From 'Together Brothers'
Theme From 'King Kong' (12 Inch Version')
Bring It On Up
Blues Concerto
Let The Music Play (Instrumental Version)
Forever In Love
Midnight & You
Can't You See
Baby Blues

Customer Reviews:

The band that backed up "The Maestro".......2006-06-01

Though he was not the first artist to mix classical strings with popular beats and rhythms, Barry White's unique blending of the two made him a standout on the musical scene of the mid-70's through the early 80's. This compilation represents the best of the orchestra that provided the background to many of his hit singles, as well as charttopping tracks released as solo performances from the group.

Most "best of" collections leave out some fan favorites. This one is no different, for most of the cuts are culled from the ensemble's 70's releases, starting with "Rhapsody in White" (1974) and ending with 1979's "Super Movie Themes, Just a Little Bit Different". Although the group would release four more albums in the 80's, none of those albums are represented here; thus, a more inclusive offering may be in the future.

This reviewer would've preferred that, along with the "Theme from 'King Kong'", the orchestra's version of "As Time Goes By," the group's killer reworking of Isaac Hayes's "Theme from 'Shaft'" had been included.

However, that is crying over spilled milk and this album is still a fine introduction to the group that helped to supply the "silky soul" to the singer with the "bedroom delivery."

Is "Loves Theme" from a 1974 movie??.......2005-08-11

I am trying to find out if the track "Loves Theme" comes from a movie in the same year (Feb.1974) that this single reached No.10 on the British Pop Charts, and stayed for 3 weeks.
I really enjoy the arrangement of this melody which is my favourite disco tune of that era,next to the "Saturday Night Fever"album.

Great Music BUT.........................................2004-02-05

The single star isn't for the Music on this CD which is fantastic. The single star is for this reason - How can you have a 'best of' without the group's finest track? The tracks on this CD are very good but for whatever reason 'Strange Games And Things', the track in question isn't on it. Maybe it was due to licensing problems but surely some deal could have been done?
As it stands they were in the ridiculous situation of putting out a 'best of' compilation without their best track! The mind boggles.

some of the best music I ever heard.......2003-01-10

This here is some of the music produced by barry white who took r&b to new levels with the styles he conducted with this tight orchestra here and plus these songs have been sampled numerous times over the past decade still these are classical and masterpieces if you are into this stuff this is for you.

The "Bach" of Soul Romance -- Mr. Barry White.......2002-11-06

INCREDIBLE CD! This CD is so cool that I had to get two copies. Not one song is a sleeper. In fact, Mr. Barry White's orchestration will lift you into a ballroom with tails and top hat if you may. He is so talented, and short of recognition (unfortunately). This CD is a perfect catch to romance and pleasure. Don't miss it. LAST NOTE..WE ALL WISH MR. BARRY WHITE A SUCCESSFUL RECOVERY. MR. WHITE, YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS. 11.4.02 **Angi**

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"Back in the day music"
SHOULD HAVE MADE IT TO THE TOP
5 stars are not enough...
The Supremes of the 70's!!
The Best Girl Group of The 70s

The Best of Love Unlimited
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Tracks:

Under The Influence Of Love
It May Be Winter Outside (But In My Heart It's...
Oh Love, We Finally Made It
Move Me No Mountain
I Needed Love - You Were There
I Can't Let Him Down
High Steppin' Hip Dressin' Fella (You Got There)
I'm So Glad That I'm A Woman
If You Want Me, Say It
Walking In The Rain (With The One I Love)
Fragile - Handle With Care
Lovin' You, Thats All I'm After
I Belong To You
Share A Little Love In Your Heart
I Guess I'm Just Another Girl In Love
Gotta Be Where You Are
He's All I've Got

Customer Reviews:

"Back in the day music".......2005-10-24

If you need a moment to remember the slower times, a time when love songs held a hint of mystery and kept you coming back for more. If you're looking to put your feet up and just relax into some great memories or create new ones. This CD will definitely do it all for you, especially if you are a fan of Barry White and the Love Unlimited Orchestra. What a masterful mix of sounds.

If you're trying to put a little fire in your relationship and need to set a mood with good music, here's the music to play.

SHOULD HAVE MADE IT TO THE TOP.......2005-07-31

IT'S A SHAME THAT THIS GIRL GROUP NEVER RECEIVED THE RECOGNITION THEY VERY WELL DESERVED AND THAT THEY NEVER MADE IT TO THE TOP OF THE CHARTS.
THESE THREE WOMEN ARE GLAMOROUS, STUNNING, AND HAVE THE VOICES AND TALENT THAT COULD KNOCK A SKYSCRAPER DOWN. THIS CD IS AN AWESOME ONE AND ALL THE TRACKS ARE GOOD FROM START TO END. IN MY OPINION, IT'S WORTH OWNING. MY PERSONAL FAVORITE TRACK IS NUMBER 3. I CAN HEAR IT OVER AND OVER AND NEVER GET TIRED OF IT. I MAKE A POINT TO LISTEN TO IT EVERYDAY.

5 stars are not enough..........2005-07-29

...to rate this album, in which Barry's music intelligence meets 3 superb female voices! Songs like 'Walking in the rain' still make me thrill! A must-have collection containing all their hits!

The Supremes of the 70's!!.......2005-06-22

The first minute and five seconds of the opening cut, "Under The Influence of Love" sound like a great lost Blaxploitation soundtrack cut. It's all high hat cymbals and wah-wah guitar and swelling strings. Then, on come three female singers with huge afros and tight,perfect harmony, sounding like a more soulful version of The Supremes. Brilliant, luscious vocals and a girl group groove straight out of Phil Spector guides you to heaven on "It May Be Winter Outside, But In My Heart It's Spring". Barry White wrote or co-wrote and produced everything on here and even married one of the girls(Glodean). His influence is writ large upon the production, but the girls have their own musical persona. "I Belong To You" was their big R&B number one and "Walking In The Rain With The One I Love" is a gorgeous rewrite of The Ronettes "Walking In The Rain", complete with rain effects and a phone call from Barry in full basso profundo lover man mode. This is sweet, sensual music that sounds better than ever and there are 17 very strong hits on here.

The Best Girl Group of The 70s .......2004-12-29

Of all the 70s great girl groups around at the time (First Choice, Three Degrees, Sister Sledge) this one is my favorite. I could listen to "Under The Influence Of...Love Unlimited" all day. Which brings up a point, why is it out of print? Anyway, powerful vocals by Glodean and the Girls...

Average customer rating:

Gold: The Very Best of Barry White
Love Unlimited Orchestra
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Release Date: 2006-02-09

Tracks:

Love's Theme - The Love Unlimited Orchestra
I'm Gonna Love You Just A Little More Baby
I've Got So Much To Give
Never, Never Gonna Give Ya Up
Honey Please, Can't Ya See
Can't Get Enough Of Your Love, Babe
You're The First, The Last, My Everything
Satin Soul - The Love Unlimited Orchestra
What Am I Gonna Do With You
I'll Do For You Anything You Want Me To
Let The Music Play
You See The Trouble With Me
Baby We Better Try To Get It Together
Walkin' In The Rain With The One I Love - Love Unlimited
It May Be Winter Outside (But In My Heart It's Spring) - Love Unlimited

Tracks:

My Sweet Summer Suite - The Love Unlimited Orchestra
Don't Make Me Wait Too Long
I'm Qualified To Satisfy You
It's Ecstasy When You Lay Down Next To Me
Oh What A Night For Dancing
Playing Your Game, Baby
Just The Way You Are
It's Only Love Doing Its Thing
Sha La La Means I Love You
Sho' You Right
Practice What You Preach
I Only Want To Be With You

Album Description

Import only 29-track double disc collection! Highlights include 'Never Never Gonna Give Ya Up', 'Cant Get Enough Of Your Love Babe', 'Playing Your Game, Baby' and many more. Universal. 2006.

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Thirty of the best by the deep-voiced soulful balladeer

Gold: The Very Best of Barry White
Love Unlimited Orchestra
Manufacturer: Universal
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Binding: Audio CD

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Release Date: 2005-11-08

Tracks:

Love's Theme
I'm Gonna Love You Just a Little Bit More Baby
I've Got So Much to Give
Never Never Gonna Give Ya Up
Honey Please, Can't Ya See
Can't Get Enough of Your Love Babe
You're the First, the Last, My Everything
Satin Soul
What Am I Gonna Do with You
I'll Do for You Anything You Want Me To
Let the Music Play
You See the Trouble with Me
Baby We Better Try to Get It Together
Walking in the Rain (With the One I Love)
It May Be Winter Outside (But in My Heart It's Spring)

Tracks:

My Sweet Summer Suite
Don't Make Me Wait Too Long
I'm Qualified to Satisfy You
It's Ectasy When You Lay Down Next to Me
Oh, What a Night for Dancing
Playing Your Game Baby
Just the Way You Are
It's Only Love Doing Its Thing
Sha La La Means I Love You
Beware
Change
I've Got So Much to Give
Sho' You Right
Practice What You Preach
I Only Want to Be with You

Album Description

The best of the original funk/soul balladeer with the definitive soul baritone voice. White influenced everything from '70s soul to '90s dance and was most recently sampled by Robbie Williams on his Rock DJ single. Barry combined being the epitome of seductive soul balladeer and musical innovative genius. This double album is the definitive collection of his greatest singles and album tracks showcasing his most popular and influential tracks. Universal. 2005.

Album Details

The Best of the Original Funk/Soul Balladeer with the Definitive Soul Baritone Voice. White Influenced Everything from '70s Soul to '90s Dance and was Most Recently Sampled by Robbie Williams on his Rock DJ Single. Barry Combined Being the Epitome of Seductive Soul Balladeer and Musical Innovative Genius.this Double Album is the Definitive Collection of his Greatest Singles and Album Tracks Showcasing his Most Popular and Influential Tracks Improving on the 2000 "The Collection" Album (Sales of
1. 5 Million Units).

Customer Reviews:

Thirty of the best by the deep-voiced soulful balladeer.......2005-11-14

The thirty tracks here (fifteen on each CD) present all the best songs by Barry White in no particular order.

Barry had been involved in the music business for several years, usually working in the background, before finally making the big time. His first success came via the Love Unlimited hit in 1972, Walking in the rain with the one I love. This paved the way for a series of solo recordings that yielded several major international hits.

After a promising start in 1973 with I'm gonna love you just a little bit more baby and Never never gonna give you up, Barry had his best years in 1974 and 1975. Can't get enough of your love babe, You're the first the last my everything (his only UK number one hit), What am I gonna do with you, I'll do anything you want me to, Let the music play and You see the trouble with me all proved hugely popular in many different countries. Barry's distinctive deep, husky voice was well suited to these soulful love songs.

Following those two very successful years, Barry had further hits but they were generally smaller than before. His last major American hit came in 1977 when he made the top five with It's ecstasy when you lay down next to me, which was only a minor UK hit. Nevertheless, he still had two more UK top twenty hits - Just the way you are (a cover of Billy Joel's classic song) in 1978 and Sho you right in 1987.

This compilation includes all of Barry's important British and American hits including everything I've mentioned. There are several single CD's of his music but this double CD contains a few extra goodies for those that wish to explore a little further.

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