{"product_id":"obryan-be-my-lover","title":"O'Bryan – Be My Lover","description":"\u003ch4 data-section-id=\"1v9bl8q\" data-start=\"53\" data-end=\"76\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eO'Bryan – Be My Lover\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"78\" data-end=\"454\"\u003eReleased in 1986, Be My Lover is the third studio album by American R\u0026amp;B singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist O'Bryan. A standout figure in 1980s contemporary R\u0026amp;B, O'Bryan combines silky vocals, infectious funk grooves, polished production, and heartfelt ballads to create an album that perfectly captures the sophisticated sound of mid-80s soul.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"456\" data-end=\"834\"\u003eHaving established himself with a string of successful albums and hit singles, O'Bryan continued to refine his blend of dancefloor-ready funk and romantic slow jams on \u003cem data-start=\"624\" data-end=\"637\"\u003eBe My Lover\u003c\/em\u003e. The album showcases his versatility as both a vocalist and producer, featuring shimmering synthesisers, tight rhythm sections, and memorable melodies that became hallmarks of the era's R\u0026amp;B sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"836\" data-end=\"1221\"\u003eOpening with the infectious Lovelite, the album immediately delivers a smooth, groove-driven atmosphere before moving into the title track Be My Lover, an irresistible blend of soulful vocals and polished funk rhythms. You Gotta Use It keeps the energy high, while Go On And Cry closes Side A with an emotional performance highlighting O'Bryan's expressive vocal range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1521\"\u003eSide B begins with the upbeat Breakin' Together, followed by the romantic You're Always On My Mind, one of the album's finest quiet storm moments. Too Hot adds another dose of dancefloor-ready funk before the closing ballad Lady I Love You provides a heartfelt and memorable finale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1523\" data-end=\"1877\"\u003ePraised by fans of classic 1980s soul for its rich production and consistently strong songwriting, Be My Lover remains an underrated gem from the decade's golden era of R\u0026amp;B. Essential listening for fans of Alexander O'Neal, The Whispers, Luther Vandross, and Shalamar, it is a rewarding addition to any soul and funk vinyl collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-section-id=\"1hvk5cb\" data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"1892\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTracklist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1894\" data-end=\"1904\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1894\" data-end=\"1904\"\u003eSide A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"1906\" data-end=\"1977\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"50qev2\" data-start=\"1906\" data-end=\"1919\"\u003eLovelite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"y3xt0o\" data-start=\"1920\" data-end=\"1936\"\u003eBe My Lover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"uutyr0\" data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"1958\"\u003eYou Gotta Use It\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1408ff9\" data-start=\"1959\" data-end=\"1977\"\u003eGo On And Cry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1979\" data-end=\"1989\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1979\" data-end=\"1989\"\u003eSide B\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"1991\" data-end=\"2077\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"o9pi1j\" data-start=\"1991\" data-end=\"2013\"\u003eBreakin' Together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"soi22o\" data-start=\"2014\" data-end=\"2043\"\u003eYou're Always On My Mind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"eb8pdr\" data-start=\"2044\" data-end=\"2056\"\u003eToo Hot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zyf0ut\" data-start=\"2057\" data-end=\"2077\"\u003eLady I Love You\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/pX7BnABD9h0?si=DfKuMqVEF-n7oEaa\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Capitol Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54799861088598,"sku":"ST-12332","price":5.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1009\/1013\/7686\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_ada2c370-386e-4859-86ae-548efeb19a05.jpg?v=1784812117","url":"https:\/\/www.sounds-grounds.co.uk\/products\/obryan-be-my-lover","provider":"Sounds + Grounds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}