EV3
by En Vogue
Released: September 08, 2026
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The Album
"EV3" is the third studio album by the American female R&B group En Vogue, released on June 17, 1997. The album followed their highly successful previous albums, "Born to Sing" and "Funky Divas". It was the last album to feature Dawn Robinson, who left the group shortly before its release.
Inside the Recording
"EV3" was produced by a variety of notable producers, including Babyface, David Foster, and Diane Warren.
Interesting Facts
The album showcases a blend of R&B, popโฆ
The album showcases a blend of R&B, pop, and soul, as is typical of En Vogue's style, and it incorporates contemporary 1990s sounds with their signature vocal harmonies.
The lead single from the album, "Whatever," becameโฆ
The lead single from the album, "Whatever," became a hit and contributed to the album's popularity.
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Reception
It debuted at number eight on the US Billboard 200 and was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), confirming its commercial success. The album received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its production quality and vocal performances.
Legacy
Other notable tracks include "Don't Let Go (Love)," which was originally featured on the "Set It Off" soundtrack, and "Too Gone, Too Long." Despite the challenges posed by Robinson's departure, "EV3" solidified En Vogue's place in the 1990s music scene and continued their legacy as one of the prominent female R&B groups of the era.
The Complete Album Story
"EV3" is the third studio album by the American female R&B group En Vogue, released on June 17, 1997. The album followed their highly successful previous albums, "Born to Sing" and "Funky Divas". It was the last album to feature Dawn Robinson, who left the group shortly before its release.
"EV3" was produced by a variety of notable producers, including Babyface, David Foster, and Diane Warren. The album showcases a blend of R&B, pop, and soul, as is typical of En Vogue's style, and it incorporates contemporary 1990s sounds with their signature vocal harmonies.
The album received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its production quality and vocal performances. It debuted at number eight on the US Billboard 200 and was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), confirming its commercial success.
The lead single from the album, "Whatever," became a hit and contributed to the album's popularity. Other notable tracks include "Don't Let Go (Love)," which was originally featured on the "Set It Off" soundtrack, and "Too Gone, Too Long."
Despite the challenges posed by Robinson's departure, "EV3" solidified En Vogue's place in the 1990s music scene and continued their legacy as one of the prominent female R&B groups of the era.
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