Give Me The Reason, Luther Vandross (1986)

Artist: Luther Vandross
Release year: 1986

Description:
One of Luther Vandross’s most commercially successful albums, Give Me The Reason blends polished mid-’80s R&B production with his signature romantic balladry. The album features the Grammy-winning title track along with the hit duet “There’s Nothing Better Than Love” with Gregory Hines. Rich arrangements, layered background vocals, and Luther’s impeccable phrasing make this one of the defining quiet-storm records of the decade.

Tracklist (Original U.S. first press vinyl):

Side A

1. Stop To Love

2. See Me

3. I Gave It Up (When I Fell In Love)

4. So Amazing

Side B
5. Give Me The Reason
6. There’s Nothing Better Than Love
7. I Really Didn’t Mean It
8. Anyone Who Had A Heart