description Throwin' Down Overview
Throwin' Down is a 1982 studio album by Rick James, released on Motown's Gordy label after the major commercial success of Street Songs. It continues his forceful mixture of funk, rock, R&B, synthesizers, prominent bass, horn parts, and theatrical vocals rather than presenting a major stylistic departure. The album is for listeners exploring James's work beyond his best-known singles and the hard-edged, dance-oriented sound associated with his early-1980s recordings.
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When was Rick James's Throwin' Down released?
Throwin' Down is a 1982 studio album released through Motown's Gordy label. It followed the commercial success of Street Songs and is Rick James's sixth studio album.
Which guest artists appear on Throwin' Down?
"Standing on the Top" features The Temptations, while "Happy" features Teena Marie. Those collaborations sit alongside James's own bass, guitar, synthesizer, and vocal work.
How many songs were on the original Throwin' Down LP?
The original album contained nine songs, including "Dance Wit' Me," "Money Talks," "Teardrops," and "My Love." Later expanded editions added extended and instrumental versions.
How did Throwin' Down perform on the R&B album chart?
The album reached No. 2 on Billboard's Top R&B Albums chart in 1982. Its sound combines funk, rock, R&B, synthesizers, bass, horns, and theatrical vocals.
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