Never Let Me Go

Luther Vandross | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (June 1, 1993)
• Original Release Date: June 1, 1993
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Sony
• ASIN: B0000028WF
• Also Available in: Audio CD  |  Audio Cassette  |  Vinyl  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #30,366 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Luther's most underrated album, August 2, 2004

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Robert Johnson (Richmond, KY USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Never Let Me Go (Audio CD)

Even though this album peaked at a very strong #6 on the Hot 200 and was certified Platinum in sales, NEVER LET ME GO has since been unfairly labeled as one of Luther's lessor efforts. I've personally never understood this assessment. While the album may have a few weak moments (and honestly can't hold a candle to his fantastic eighties' records), it's actually quite good overall, and it has more than a fair share of standout moments. Artistically-speaking, much of the album is in the same early-'90's dance mode as THE POWER OF LOVE, however, when taken as a whole, NEVER LET ME GO is actually even better.

First of all, while it's no secret that Luther has a singing voice that is unmatched by anyone on a technical level, it is worth noting that Never Let Go features some of his finest recorded singing. The soaring ballads "Love Me Again" and "Too Far Down" are vocal tour de forces, and stand as pure examples of what Luther does best. The cleverly-arranged "Little Miracles" (#62 Pop, #10 R&B) and the kinetic "Heaven Knows" (#94 Pop, #24 R&B, #15 Dance) were both excellent single releases that deserved to be much bigger hits. The disc also concludes with a terrific medley of the Bee Gee's "How Deep Is Your Love" and Joe Scott's title track, and remains a reminder of the new spin Luther can bring to worn-out songs.

NEVER LET ME GO's biggest problem is that, aside from the cover medley, all of the disc's strongest tracks are included in the first half - which makes the album feel a little top-heavy. On the disc's second half, there are two dated techno tracks that sound like Power of Love outtakes ("Hustle," "Emotion"), both of which sound almost hysterically overwrought. Also, the song "Lady, Lady" steals the medley from Luther's own superior 1989 hit "She Won't Talk To Me" almost verbatim. However, all of this is perfectly listenable, and, in the end, it's the strong moments on NEVER LET ME GO that really stay fresh in the listener's mind. That's what makes this perhaps Luther's most underrated album. If you're already a fan of his, you won't be disappointed by picking this up.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Music for the soul............., June 14, 2001

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"shavanda" (Harrisburg, NC USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Never Let Me Go (Audio CD)

This CD is the best. It got me through some really tough times when I first got it a few years ago. Luckily it's a CD and can't be worn out. The music speaks to you and Luther........what else can I say. Can't wait for his new release.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars EXCELENT SONG WRITING!!, July 15, 2005

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USA "georich2003" (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Never Let Me Go (Audio CD)

Luther wrote the two greatest songs on this cd (in my opinion) which are: "Love Me Again" and "Too Far Down".

But the best track on this disk is "Never Let Me Go". I have a version of Aretha Franklin singing the heck out the song. But, Luther has a different voice and (ultimately) a different take on that song!! Its romantic and smooth!! ITS A GREAT SONG!!!!