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Real Love

by Lisa Stansfield

Released: November 11, 1991

R&B, soul, pop, dance, funk

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Reissue.

The Album

"Real Love" Lisa Stansfield's second solo studio album, marks a significant moment in her career, blending soulful melodies with contemporary pop and R&B influences. Released on November 11, 1991, by Arista Records, the album showcases Stansfield's powerful vocals and her collaboration with Ian Devaney and Andy Morris, who not only co-wrote the tracks but also produced the album.

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Then

Reception

The album's success was notable, with Real Love receiving a generally positive reception from critics and achieving high chart positions, including a number-three spot in the UK. The singles "Change" and All Woman were particularly impactful, topping the US Dance Club Songs and US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs charts, respectively.

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Legacy

The 2014 deluxe reissue, which came out on November 10 in the UK and November 21 in Europe, included a 2 CD + DVD set, offering fans additional content and a deeper look into the album's legacy.

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The 2014 deluxe reissue, which came out on November 10 in the UK and November 21 in Europe, included a 2 CD + DVD set, offering fans additional content and a deeper look into the album's legacy.