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Background

An early version of "Buffalo Stance" appeared on the B-side of the 1986 Stock Aitken Waterman-produced Morgan-McVey single, "Looking Good Diving", titled "Looking Good Diving with the Wild Bunch". The single was not successful; however, the B-side was re-recorded with Tim Simenon of Bomb the Bass fame, and "Buffalo Stance" was born. "Buffalo Stance" became a worldwide hit, reaching #3 in the UK Singles Chart, #3 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #1 in the Netherlands and Sweden. The album also contains the #8 US (and #20 UK) hit "Kisses on the Wind", and the #5 UK hit "Manchild".

The album's lyrical themes are influenced by Cherry's experiences of motherhood, and her education and upbringing. All musicians and programmers are credited in the album sleeve, however Cameron McVey, Cherry's husband, is credited as Booga Bear. Massive Attack's Robert Del Naja co-wrote "Manchild", and fellow member Andrew Vowles aka DJ Mushroom performs on "Kisses on the Wind", "The Next Generation" and "So Here I Come". "My Bitch" is a vocal duet with Gilly G.

The cover and inner photos were shot by fashion photographer Jean-Baptiste Mondino.

Legacy

The album was included in the book 1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die.

Track listing

All tracks written by Neneh Cherry and Cameron McVey (Booga Bear), except where indicated.

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