Released 1986 | Length 31:35 Release date 1986 | |
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Shake You Down(1986) I'll Prove It to You(1988) Genres Soul music, Contemporary R&B, Rhythm and blues People also search for Super Hits, Best Of, One World, Eyes, Whispers, Rhythm Sex..., One World!, Drop Your Mask | ||
Gregory abbott shake you down
Shake You Down is the debut album from R&B singer-songwriter Gregory Abbott. It was self-written and produced, being released by Columbia Records in 1986.
Contents
Two singles were released from the record; the title track was a massive hit single, reaching the top spot on the Billboard Hot 100 in '86. The other, "I Got The Feelin' (It's Over) was an R&B hit, as well, reaching number 5 on that chart. On the strength of the singles, the album went platinum; it reached that certification on February 2, 1987.
Reception
AllMusic's Craig Lytle gave the recording 4 of 5 stars, saying it "has an even flow. All the tracks have that mid-tempo rhythm. The quality vocals, light production touches, and effervescent melodies are attractive attributes."
Track listing
All songs written and produced by Gregory Abbott. (Copyright CBS Songs/Control)
- I Got the Feelin' (It's Over) 4:05
- Say You Will 4:00
- Shake You Down 4:03
- You're My Angel 3:55
- Magic 4:02
- Wait Until Tomorrow 3:51
- Rhyme & Reason 3:36
- I'll Find a Way 4:07
Personnel
Production
Songs
1I Got the Feelin' (It's Over)4:05
2Say You Will4:00
3Shake You Down (single version)4:04