Barry White Albums Ranked
Barry Eugene Carter (September 12, 1944 – July 4, 2003), better known by his stage name Barry White, was an American singer-songwriter, musician, record producer, and composer. Although he only recorded 19 studio albums during the course of his career, multiple versions and compilations were released worldwide that was certified gold, 41 of which also attained platinum status. White had 20 gold and 10 platinum singles, with worldwide record sales in excess of 100 million records, and is one of the best-selling music artists of all time. His influences included James Cleveland, Ray Charles, Aretha Franklin, Elvis Presley, The Supremes, The Four Tops, and Marvin Gaye. Here are all of Barry White albums ranked.
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6. Just Another Way To Say I Love You (1975)
“Someone once said that no one makes love to music more than Barry White; that someone was Barry White himself. And, this album of classical R&B sonnets stand true to his words. Every track, every phrase of the songs that were recorded, were written, arranged and produced with such maticulated and crafted care to detail and respect for what the idea of romantic music is.”
5. I’ve Got So Much To Give (1973)
“This all-time classic album made the late and much-missed Barry White an international superstar and it remains a truly ageless example of smooth, sweet, sophisticated and romantic Soul balladry at its very best. “I’m Gonna Love You Just A Little bit More, Baby” was most deservedly a truly huge hit but “Bring Back My Yesterday” and his remarkable cover version of The Four Tops’s “Standing In The Shadows Of Love” are just as impressive and make this CD a real must-have for your collection. At the time of its release in 1973, some accused Barry White of riding on Isaac Hayes’s coattails because of the similarities of both artists’s vocal styles, orchestrations and productions…but both were true masters of the Soul ballad. Enjoy!”
4. Let The Music Play (1976)
“On “Let the Music Play,” the late great Barry White’s improbably successful mix of symphonic soul hums along like a well-oiled machine. The big difference here is that White is possessed of the kind of heartache that no amount of pillow talk will soothe. The sadness and despair on “Let The Music Play” are palpable; the theme of love gone sour threads through every song on the album.”
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3. Stone Gon’ (1971)
“One of the most fascinating aspects of this album are his extended monologues. Here Barry White comes off as a reflective yet plain talking kind of guy who wishes to let the lady he’s speaking to that he not only loves them but respects their love as well. Sure there’s plenty of sexual machismo behind it all but there’s a mildly unrehearsed quality to these monologues that totally erases any possible corniness that could’ve easily derived from yet. Yes I realize over the years that’s become one of his signatures and is often lovingly spoofed but no matter how you cut it Barry White delivers make out funk that not only gets you in the mood but also think about the many twists and turns of love before you pull back the sheets.”
2. Can’t Get Enough (1974)
“This album is good throughout. Just quality. But what puts the record over the top and inclined me to give it five stars is what I consider one of my absolute favorite songs of all-time: “I Can’t Believe You Love Me”. I won’t waste time trying to describe it in words. Go listen.”
1. All-Time Greatest Hits (1994)
“The best of Barry White on one CD! This will bring back a lot of memories for those who grew up listening to Barry White on the radio. His music is as fresh today as it was when it was being played back in the 80’s. Highly recommend for fans of Barry White and 80’s music.”