Still a Thrill
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| "Still a Thrill" | ||||
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| Single by Jody Watley | ||||
| from the album Jody Watley | ||||
| Released | April 27, 1987 | |||
| Genre | Pop, soul, funk | |||
| Length | 4:41 | |||
| Label | MCA | |||
| Songwriter(s) | Jody Watley, André Cymone | |||
| Producer(s) | André Cymone, David Z. | |||
| Jody Watley singles chronology | ||||
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"Still a Thrill" is the second single from singer Jody Watley's self-titled debut album, released on April 27, 1987 through MCA Records.
History
While the #56 (US) peaking "Still a Thrill" didn't necessarily match the pop chart success of its blockbuster predecessor, "Looking for a New Love", it was, however, a major hit on both the R&B and dance charts in 1987. Watley employed a deep lower register on this uptempo R&B / dance song, which she co-wrote. It was produced by Andre Cymone and David Z.
Covers
Indie Neo-soulsters, Soulscream, covered "Still a Thrill" on their 2001 album, Prototype @lpha1 2001 Neophunk. Synth-pop artist, Matthew Duffy, covered "Still a Thrill" on his album, Here I Come.
Legacy
- T-Boz of TLC cited this song as an example setting her vocal tone for her singing career. In a personal video, she sent to Watley (and was given permission to share on her YouTube channel) T-Boz thanked Watley for this song during her teenage years citing she was "hitting them notes" and helping her sing at a lower register to better suit her vocal range.[1]
Charts
| Chart (1987) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| New Zealand Singles Chart[2] | 46 |
| South Africa (RISA)[3] | 40 |
| UK Singles Chart[4] | 77 |
| U.S. Billboard Hot 100[5] | 56 |
| U.S. Billboard Hot Black Singles[6] | 3 |
| U.S. Billboard Hot Dance Club Play[7] | 8 |
| Year-End Charts (1987) | Position |
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| U.S. Billboard Hot Black Singles[8] | 48 |
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