okay players! what should my next single be?<P>it has to be one that you think radio stations will play.<P>peace, and thanks for all the support<P>d<P><BR>

i think "africa" maybe, but "the root" would be cool, and more likely to get radio play.

it should be the one with the kick ass drumming by ?uest and the soulful singing by D...peace.<P>Hussa

Pleez baby pleez!!<BR>I think you'll get a lot of request for this one<img src="http://www.okayplayer.com/dcforum/Images/wink.gif"><P><BR>"think I'll get a bean pie and a 40" Suburban Mom<P>Smutometrist Nebtastic<P>N.O.R.E<BR>(nebbie on the run eatin)<P>T.O.P.A Head of Security<P><BR>" E El Isum Shil El Eloh El Rahmun, Alazi Izu El Rahummul!"<BR> <BR>"Helimonsters/bandicoots/banshees at the club- BFNH(big fuckin hak!)<P>"in your over 21 id world,i'm 26 year old girl"-Nou<P><P><BR>

Africa!!!!!!<P>Nuff said.<P>I only hope that more of my people surviving in this cold world will embrace positive attitudes and actions during this year and beyond. Being positive is so much easier on the heart and soul.~~~~~Mr_1989<P>FREE MUMIA!!!<BR>HANDS OFF ASSATA!!!<BR>

I have to agree with you all on Africa!!!!!<P><BR>"If your house ain't in order, you ain't in order" - Toni Cade <BR>

Although I'd love to hear "Africa" as the next single (not to mention the VIDEO!!!!), I think it might be better to wait on that one (seeing as though ALL them songs will be singles eventually) and go with Spanish Joint. It definitely has radio appeal and is a MONSTER of a song to boot!<P>love and respect,<BR>El Rey<P>"I prefer to speak of the impossible, because we already know too much about what is possible" Silvio Rodriguez<P>"If our profanity offends you, look around you and see how destructively society is profaning itself. It is the rape of the land, the pollution of the environment, the betrayal and suffering of the masses by corrupt government that is the real obscenity." - MOVE statement<P>FREE MUMIA!<BR>www.mumia.org<P>FREE THE MOVE 9!<P>FREE ALL POLITICAL PRISONERS!<P>FREE YOUR SELF!<BR>www.freeyourself.com<P>"Get free y'all, get free!" - Digable Planets<P>"Get Free" - The Artist<P>

"greatdayinthemorning" is probably the best bet. it's kinda uptempo, downhome... fits onto most "urban" radio formats. you don't wanna go with another ballad, and "spanish joint" is, dare i say, too... musical for a single (i never thought i'd see the day that i'd be saying shit like that...)

I could see that. I just also like the idea of having some of D's Cuba trip on the Spanish Joint video.<P>love and respect,<BR>El Rey<P>"I prefer to speak of the impossible, because we already know too much about what is possible" Silvio Rodriguez<P>"If our profanity offends you, look around you and see how destructively society is profaning itself. It is the rape of the land, the pollution of the environment, the betrayal and suffering of the masses by corrupt government that is the real obscenity." - MOVE statement<P>FREE MUMIA!<BR>www.mumia.org<P>FREE THE MOVE 9!<P>FREE ALL POLITICAL PRISONERS!<P>FREE YOUR SELF!<BR>www.freeyourself.com<P>"Get free y'all, get free!" - Digable Planets<P>"Get Free" - The Artist<P>

...is my favorite song on the album, i think i could hear Greatdayndamornin' on the radio a bit more. regardless, i think we need an uptempo joint. by the way- D, just incase you weren't aware already, you have put together a peice of musical genius. thank you...<P><BR>Moe: "This thing can deep-fry a buffalo in 6 seconds flat."<BR>Homer: "But I want it now...!"

"Greatdayinthemorning" would be a tight song for your next single. Something a little different from "left and Right" and change of pace from "Untitled". radio would definitely jump on the groove.<P>Peace,<BR>Slim

Mos def the Root!<P><P>We have come in the tradition of burning bushes, burning ghettos, burning spliffs, and the ever-burning candles of our bedrooms and silent chambers. We have come bearing instruments and our voices: falsetto and baritone, percussion and horns. We have come adorned in the apparel of the annointed: leather and feathers, jeans and t-shirts, linen and cashmere, and even polyester. We have come to seduce and serenade the night and the powers of darkness. We speak of darkness, not as ignorance, but as the unknown and the mysteries of the unseen." -- Saul Williams, the "Voodoo" Manifesto

Either of those would have radio friendliness..<P>And best of all they would follow up Untitled real well, showing people what this album is "really" about..(not your naked *ss)<P>Dang brotha, that jam is #1 EVERYDAY in detroit...yeee haaa<P>peace.<BR>Kyle K<BR>

Look "The Spanish Joint" is the bomb. "The Root" is the ultimate baby making song. My mommy is a Marvin Gaye fanatic and she loves "The Root" So that's three votes right there.<BR>The album is so damn good, any of his songs will do, just as long as you get the word out there that your CD is the sh--!!!

Feel like makin' love... would get the most people to listen...but d'ang I wish it could be the other to<P>Covers are good third songs.:)<P>much love,<BR>Kyle

<Covers are good third songs.:) <P><P>uhh "left and right", "untitled".......uhh 1 1 1= ??? come on kyle.......youz the engineerin major(<img src="http://www.okayplayer.com/dcforum/Images/wink.gif">.........ahhahahha im just teasin.....i be forgettin about left and right all the time too)<P>i do feel ya bad on THe Root or Spanish Joint.......damn.....those songs are infectious.........and africa...oh lawd.......oh well......feel like makin love is my shit anyways......so i aint complain.......<P>One Love<BR>RamXL<BR>(b-boy advocate)<P>"Each soul is potentially divine, the goal is to manifest this divinity within by controlling nature: external and internal. Do this either by work, or worship, or psychic control, or philosophy -- by one, or more, or all these -- and be free." Swami Vivekanada<P><BR>"I, personally, believe in an art as it exists in the context of the phrase "thou art God". In this phrase, art is the word that connects the individual (thou) to their higher self (God) or to that which is universal. Using such a standard, most emcees might become embarrassed." Saul Williams<P><P><P><P>

See I told ya..most logical choice...has comercial success written all over it...<P>Is it just me or is D' #1 for every countdown right now in your cities..<P>In Detroit..top 1 at 1...toup four at four..dayuummn..<P>keep on keepin' on..<P>peace.<BR>Kyle

>See I told ya..most logical choice...has comercial <BR>>success written all over it... <P><P>listen missy...............my post number 34 foretold the future, cause i said that Feel Like Makin Love should be the next single.........post number 38 was me makin fun of you.........SHESSH.................hgahhahahhahhahahh (im messin with you....lol) damn i should be studyin........darn....<P>stay up ma....<P><P><BR>>Is it just me or is D' <BR>>#1 for every countdown right now <BR>>in your cities.. <BR>>In Detroit..top 1 at 1...toup four at <BR>>four..dayuummn.. <BR>>keep on keepin' on.. <BR>>peace. Kyle <P><P><BR>One Love<BR>RamXL<BR>(b-boy advocate)<P>"Each soul is potentially divine, the goal is to manifest this divinity within by controlling nature: external and internal. Do this either by work, or worship, or psychic control, or philosophy -- by one, or more, or all these -- and be free." Swami Vivekanada<P><BR>"I, personally, believe in an art as it exists in the context of the phrase "thou art God". In this phrase, art is the word that connects the individual (thou) to their higher self (God) or to that which is universal. Using such a standard, most emcees might become embarrassed." Saul Williams<P><P><P><P>

Maybe your eyes are all glossed over, as are mine at this point, but my post #9 was the first to claim it...boooyaaaa...(that's going back)...<P>chalk it up..Kyle 1..Ram nuthing..<P>I've never won on okayplayer..so there Ram in your face..<P>much love..<BR>Kyle

>Maybe your eyes are all glossed over, <BR>>as are mine at this point, <BR>>but my post #9 was the <BR>>first to claim it...boooyaaaa...(that's going back)... <P><BR>well i was talkin about me and you.....dont be bringin no number 9 in here.......that aint the number of the day...the number is 2, cause i just knocked you monkey ass out in this round........<P>>chalk it up..Kyle 1..Ram nuthing.. <BR>>I've never won on okayplayer..so there Ram <BR>>in your face.. <BR>>much love.. Kyle <P><BR>Vice Prezoodent of M.W.S.<P>"we like women with monkey asses"<P>One Love<BR>RamXL<BR>(b-boy advocate)<P>"Each soul is potentially divine, the goal is to manifest this divinity within by controlling nature: external and internal. Do this either by work, or worship, or psychic control, or philosophy -- by one, or more, or all these -- and be free." Swami Vivekanada<P><BR>"I, personally, believe in an art as it exists in the context of the phrase "thou art God". In this phrase, art is the word that connects the individual (thou) to their higher self (God) or to that which is universal. Using such a standard, most emcees might become embarrassed." Saul Williams<P><P><P><P>

go ahead..<P>I dare you..<P>peace and chicken grease.<BR>Kyle

Hey D. I think that you should release Greatdayndamorning as the next single, but Africa would also be nice. People may not be ready for Africa yet, but either one would be a fine choice.

That's not a radio song. I believe in One Mo Gin or maybe Feel like makin love<P><BR>

(okayplayer.com)DO a double type video<BR>san atcq buggin out/we got the jazz<P>makin love would get radio play, and i like it but i guess i'm not really looking for a nother remake on the radio. however, (okayplayer.com)radio programmers probably will<P>(okayplayer.com)africa is a beautiful song.<P>(okayplayer.com)p.s. make a remix with the jfn's<P>(okayplayer.com)p.s.s. is anybody even reading this post?<P><BR>preview my new video before it hits the stores<BR><a href="http://hometown.aol.com//layzboi/mywebpage.html" target="_blank">http://hometown.aol.com//layzboi/mywebpage.html<;/a><P>"LAY Z BOI: you do the smiley like this <img src="http://www.okayplayer.com/dcforum/Images/happy.gif"> <BR>and have you ever heard a track on okp? angie is always talking over it <BR> Jagoots: oh...lol...ok i get ya <BR> Jagoots: she got a sweet ass voice...she ought to do playboy <BR>LAY Z BOI: oh shit can i put that in my signature? "<P>rappers i crush, kill, and destroy like STRESS.<BR>- common (sense)<P>at times my going forward seems like retreat<BR>-common (sense)

Send It On/Spanish Joint/Playa Playa... Any of the three! My reasoning. Right now, there is absolutely nothing that the radio stations would not do for Mr.D'angelo.<P>2Samuel 22:34B And upon places high for me he keeps me standing.<BR>

"Spanish Joint". "Fel like makin' Love" is the more obvious choice though. "The Root" would be hot too.

"Feel Like Makin' Love" has got to be the next single. Old-ass (my age, 29) program directors like songs that are familiar. It's a song D and band could do on Leno, Kathie Lee, etc w/o freaking everyone out. Logical progression from "Untitled".<P>Add Erykah Badu for radio, video. I mean, who *doesn't* like Erykah, and she'd prolly jump at the exposure since she's out of sight out of mind at the moment. If Erykah'll take that thing off her head, do "9 1/2 weeks" type video (recreate food/sex scene, no one's done that yet) w/P. Hunter or that Dark guy that does pornos. Trust me, she fine. <P>Erykah shown as hot chick for once, D gets to take shirt off, everybody happy. <P>Release as single w/badu version, Lhill version (?), 12 minute "Untitled", enhanced CD w/"untitled" video. Gold single, at least. Subsequent pressings of "Voodoo" includes badu version.<P>MrB, A&R<BR>

feel like makin love is the next joint.<P><P><P><P>THE SOULQUARIANS<BR>chewy (quest).....jan<BR>luke (d)........feb <BR>lando (jaydee)......feb<BR>cp30 (james poyser).....jan<BR>r2d2 (jazzy jeff)......jan<BR>hans (chaos)........jan<BR>anakin (lil mike)......feb<P>honorary members:<BR>kelo- soulacorn.......jan<BR>common- soulcies......march<BR>erykah- soulcies......feb<BR>

I know that Feel like Makin Love would be the LOGICAL thing to do, but why go with the expected? Why not do something different. I mean, clearly the whole thrust of the album is about taking a radical turn away from everything else that is out there. Why not wow us with something unexpected. Something that will make us think "damn, that brother's on to some next level ish!", not that "Makin Love" isn't, but people have already seen D nekkid singing his slow love jam. If not "Spanish Joint" then I cast my vote for "greatdayinna mornin"<P>love and respect,<BR>El Rey<P>"I prefer to speak of the impossible, because we already know too much about what is possible" Silvio Rodriguez<P>"If our profanity offends you, look around you and see how destructively society is profaning itself. It is the rape of the land, the pollution of the environment, the betrayal and suffering of the masses by corrupt government that is the real obscenity." - MOVE statement<P>FREE MUMIA!<BR>www.mumia.org<P>FREE THE MOVE 9!<P>FREE ALL POLITICAL PRISONERS!<P>FREE YOUR SELF!<BR>www.freeyourself.com<P>"Get free y'all, get free!" - Digable Planets<P>"Get Free" - The Artist<P>

I figured "Feel Like Making Love" would be a candidate for the next single (what is it about D's covers that are so sweeeet? cover album in the future? i dunno) But i'm surprised no one has mentioned "Chicken Grease"... it may not be the best song on VOODOO, but the backyard, home-cooked flavor would have all the barbeque jams jumping this spring/summer... not to mention a nice old school-styled/performance video with it, radio would eat it up like some buttery greens, baby!

Yes yes yes..Chicken Grease is the joint. I love the Feel Like Makin Love cover too, but hey...gotta feel the funk when it hits ya. Plus I agree...an upbeat track would be dope to hear on the radio. <P>Peace<BR>Tre' Boogs<P><BR>"I've got to keep experimenting. I feel that I'm just begining. I have part of what I'm looking for in my grasp, but not all." -- John Coltrane<BR>

folks this is not mary j blige's "what's the 411"...we just gon have to realize that we will not be hearing ALL of voodoo on our HOT thises & KISSes & LOVE call stations...that are, in the only word that counts in radio - COMMERICAL...which is what we're really praising d for anyhow...and since we don't want the brother, his mother, his brother, ?uest, angie, & lil d & imani & any hathaway/flack offspring to starve...let's up the "feel like makin love" quotient...support this song as the next single so d can make albums because he *feels* like it for the rest of his braided natural life...we want spinspinspinspinspinspinspins y'all...BUT i kinda like "one mo gin" mahself<P><BR> -me jane.<P><BR>theHIghestKoup ~ blk sunshine<P><BR>"because marvin died the day before his birth is why i hurry"...jessica care moore

Feel like makin love is a great joint to put out for the spring. It is light and funky at the same time. It is perfect for springtime love and togetherness after the long winter. Thanks for asking our opinion, D.<P>Jill<P>"With all my classes, I don't have the time for life's thrills" -Eve, You Got Me

Ditto on everything Bastard said...<BR>D' make it happen!<P>"Like the rain 2 the dirt/From the vine 2 the wine/From the alpha of creation/Till the end of all time"<P>-The Root -D'Angelo/C.Hunter/L.Archer

In the state of mind radio is in today, releasing a cover song is the safest bet..."feel like makin love" will get you the airplay you need to push the album to the next plateau. perhaps lauryn can show up for the remix (and if she's too busy, then jaguar....meow! hah). <P>ps: "africa" is my favorite and i sympathize with the argument that releasing 'africa' would send out some powerful vibes...however, the more successful the *album* is, the more people who will be exposed to that song...the more props quest will get as a drummer (smile)...and the more the industry will be encouraged to release more beautiful music on the same vibe...<P>Peace,<P>Spirit<BR><a href="http://amphibians.iuma.com" target="_blank">http://amphibians.iuma.com<;/a><BR><a href="http://infiniteloop.iuma.com" target="_blank">http://infiniteloop.iuma.com<;/a><BR>DC hip-hop is on the rise...<P>"High grade when I create beats/if I don't get signed/I'ma be the most dope bum that ever walked the streets" - <BR>Aychell (HL, of Khemystery)<P>"If it walks like a duck, quacks like a duck, and looks like a duck, it's probably a tool of the conspiracy" - unknown

For "Africa", which would be a decent 4th (or final) single:<P>Get Hype Williams and his cinematographer (or Mark Romanek*) and go to Africa. That's your video right there. That's at least seven figures $$ though. I've got a concept, but I'm not showing all my cards yet. <P>MrB, A&R<P>*did the real purty Macy Gray video and the Janet joint w/qtip<P><P><BR>

i think the radio will play "greatdayinthamornin" the most... but i would like to see "africa" played also...<BR>peace yawls..<BR>sign my guestbook...buy a shirt...<BR><a href="http://members.xoom.com/blkfoks" target="_blank">http://members.xoom.com/blkfoks<;/a><BR>blackfokapparel-detroit

to see booty? that's what would happen if Hype directed. like romanek or seb janiak (did Meth's Judgement Day) for the Africa idea though...<P>deejaydub

Can't it be something like "The Root" or "One Mo Gin"? I don't think radio will play that, but damn they play the hell outta some "Untitled" (thank you radio!).<P>I would think "Feel Like Makin' Love" would be a natural progression, but I'd rather it be a radio edit of one of the songs above.<P>-TC<P>"U slap my face, but I got 2 say it <BR> U never would have drank my coffee<BR> if I had never served U cream <BR> Tell me what's my name." -Prince<BR>

"Feel Like Makin' Love" sounds like it could be the next single. That would be perfect to put out just in time for spring. If not by spring, then in the summer.

to be "Greatdayndamornin'/Booty." it's good and catchy.<BR>spacecowgirl

Spanish Joint

In my opinion, Voodoo is the hottest ish to come out in a good minute. The main reason that I dig D'Angelo is because I feel like he is an artist. What he creates has nothing to do with what's on the radio but more of what he is feeling. He is bears his soul in his music. I have nothing but respect for that. I dig feel like Making Love but I think to release that as a single is somewhat of a contradiction to the artistry and orginality of Voodoo. I would release "Great Day In the Morning" next. It is upbeat but you still feel the music. Can easily find itself in radio rotations. I guess I'm being selfish because I can't wait until it gets a little warmer and I can ride around DC with the sunroof down pumping "The Root" acting like I'm unware of how hot that ish is. Or The Line it doesn't matter. I just can't wait to give this joint some exposure.<P><P><BR>Peace

the radio will no doubt play the shit out of "...making love." but i would say fuck 'em and release "the root."<P>the album gets better with every listen, by the way.

i'd like to see either "the root" or "one mo' gin" as the next joint...the vibes on both tracks have you head-noddin before d even lays down the vocals...although heartache is a common message, the lyrics to "the root" are really distinctive than other shit tracks that have blew up...not to mention, it's more in tune with the theme of "voodoo"...i think both would also encourage the average listener to see d's "live show" before "feel like making love" would...however, if it is "feel like making love", it would be decent to have a female guest on the vocals (preferably badu or amel)...whatever drops, hit us with a live version of "the line" as a b-side or convince thought to lay down some vocals for the second half of that interude before "the root"...peace!

Out since a significant person is feeling that joint all of a sudden "One Mo Gin" is your favorite joint. You the romantic dude now. Why not suggest "Send It On". "If This World Were Mine" Jokes<P>Peace

"the line" would be my choice, but i don't think radio is ready for "i got a bullet in the chamber and i'm not afraid of danger"...therefore, i had to be realistic and go with my choices in the above post.<P>"later 4 y'all haters, we gon' turn this motha out"

Feel Like Makin Love".......ill be damned.......the timin would be perfect.......<BR>i mean check the lyrics.....<P>"watchin winter turn to spring" <P><BR>this song was made to drop at this time of the year......its that jam that makes you wanna have fun with your lady/man.......and its my jam on Voodoo right now........<P>however, I am partial to "africa" just cause of the impact of that song......but its really not made for the radio or MTV.....its almost sacred.........so we gotta keep it movin......<P><P><P>One Love<BR>RamXL<BR>(b-boy advocate)<P>"Each soul is potentially divine, the goal is to manifest this divinity within by controlling nature: external and internal. Do this either by work, or worship, or psychic control, or philosophy -- by one, or more, or all these -- and be free." Swami Vivekanada<P><BR>"I, personally, believe in an art as it exists in the context of the phrase "thou art God". In this phrase, art is the word that connects the individual (thou) to their higher self (God) or to that which is universal. Using such a standard, most emcees might become embarrassed." Saul Williams<P><P><P><P>

Spanish Joint is the bomb!!

i think "the root" should be the next single, but i will also be pleased if it is "feel like makin' love". i just have one request....please have some dope remixes like you had for "brown sugar".<P><BR>"fuck this rap shit I listen to classical"---Baatin of Slum Village<P>"cause who i'm talking bout y'all is HIP-HOP"---Common Sense<P>"i'm morpheus in this hip hop matrix, exposing fake shit"---Common Sense

Nuff' Said.<P>Jason

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>poetess *CLEAR NAILS SINCE 1999* <P>funny shit!<P>deejaydub

I have to say that is my favorite song on the album, hands down. That would be the love song of the year if that got released. I know it is a little long, but you can make a quick radio edit for the airwaves.<P>Picture it kid! Women losing control at the wheel, crashing into the divider on the highway because they bugged out yellin' "OOOOH THAT'S MY SONG!" For real.<P>-------------<BR>.:dee ph!:.<BR>(aol/aim: Dee Phunk)<P>"My steez put you at ease like metaphetamines..." - Bahamadia<P>"I'm off the meter / I make computers catch amnesia!" - Redman<P>"Ask your SISTER...ask your MOTHER...I am THE MAN!" - Ric Flair<P>"Listen, I'm not dissing-I'm not fronting-I'm not bugging. <BR>I can make you def and dope mack daddies...SLAMMIN'!" -Gilbert Godfrey

Chalk up one more vote for Spanish Joint!!<P>"It ain't about the muscles if you know how to use the knuckles."---my little sister<P>"Too often, we lose sight of life's simple pleasures. Remember, when <BR>someone annoys you it takes 42 muscles in your face to frown BUT, it only takes<BR>4 muscles to extend your arm and <BR>bitch-slap the fool upside the head..."---anonymous<P>

Next -GreatDayNDaMornin'/Booty<BR>Then -Feel Like Makin' Love<BR>Then -Playa Playa<BR>Then -Spanish Joint or Africa<P>I feel absolutely positively sure about GreatDay, though. I was singing along to that and Feel Like Makin' Love (for obvious reasons) almost instantly. Sing-a-long-ability certainly doesn't hurt in radio, and GreatDayNDaMornin' should be REQUIRED playing on EVERY stations morning drive. Just a thought....<P>The beautiful thing is - it's ALL good...the whole nine.<P>pineapplehead<P><BR>no one touches all you are<BR>strip to show me all you are <BR>let me show you how you make me feel <BR>~ michael hutchence<BR>(I don't know why, but this cracks me up.)

While it may not be the easiest song on the album, latin/hispanic flavor is terribly marketable right now and I think PDs on both Urban and Top 40 stations would go for it. In addition, if released now, it would have time to build up steam to be the hot club song for April/May.<P><BR>Free Jolly Jenkins!!!---Huey Freeman<BR>

Devil's Pie should be next. The production is incredible..as are most things Preimier touches. <P>But also, D drops knowledge. <P>Nina

N/M

...Go with either Spanish Joint or Africa...I'm leaning towards Spanish Joint though....O<P>****************************************<P>"Taxi!"-Corey Glover<BR>"Taxi!"-Me...and a few hundred others....<P>"To whom much is given, much is required" Phillipa Duke Schuyler MIddle School for the Gifted and Talented (Those who are down, know...)<P>"Nothing in life is permanent....not even life"<BR> --El Hajj Malik El Shabazz (Malcolm X)<P>"Make a radio hit, heads criticize it. Underground classic, nobody buys it. So, rap is fucked and everything blowing up sounds redundant. Money Talks and Bullshit does 9-flat in the hundred." <BR> -Ras Kass<P>OMAR--Medford,MA c/o East Flatbush, Brookyln.<P>And no, I'm not the Omar from MTV's wanna be a VJ contest...so please don't ask, Okayplayer? <BR>

it's gotta be a more upbeat song, after UNTITLED's slow groove. it sounds as though FEEL LIKE MAKIN LOVE has already been chosen, but SPANISH JOINT is a worthwhile choice to me. any song that makes me wanna stand up and shake my booty in front of strangers can't be wrong :)<P>qtpi6<P>Virginia represent.

i wish it could have been africa!!! i love that damn song.. and the acoustic version brings me to tears every time...

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I agree, and look how successful l-boogie was with her rendition of Roberta's "Killing me Softly." A very appropriate progression, I think.<P>"Who do you think I am, Willie Jo Sausagehead?" --My daddy<P>"Some folks say I'm a toe-low shaker. That's a doggone lie, I'm a backbone breaker." --Zora Neale Hurston

instead of 12 mins of Untitled, how about Voodoo the song, for a bonus to all his fans who live for his music. I be one of them Men under The Angel's wing. Love the Erykah plan!<P>Another q, cuz i know D will be reading. Have u ever wondered about using Indian instruments like sitars and tablas? just a thought! I love your shit as it is, but I know u u be searching all avenues, that would be an interesting on indeed. Reason I ask is cuz I copped this new album by a French Jazz band called Mukta and it was tight. Not like u'r shit though. U are on a whole different level. Serious. The time I spoke to u in London, I had tears in my eyes! U are that special a person. Artistic (like Michael!) - thanks for a greater ceiling (sealing)!<P>Peace<P>Nij

Please drop "The Root". I want others to feel what I'm feeling when I hear this track. I want motherfucka's to break out in a uncontrollable sweat with tears rolling down their fucking faces!!!!!! But I know the record company is gonna drop Feel Like Makin' Love as the next single (I like that song). I would just like to see all those who talked shit before standing there with their mouths open in disbelief. And "The Root" is powerful enough to do so. Plus, it's a subject matter that's never been touched in Soul music in a while. And Spanish Joint wouldn't be bad of a choice either. As a matter of fact, it would probably blow away all those radio listeners. That's my say and I'm sticking to it. "She left a dirty stain in my heart I can't refute". Damn!!!!! what a song. Good lawd !!!!

i love "the root" so much that in a way, i wouldn't ever want it to be released to radio (and who am i to feel selfish with a song that isn't mine). something in that song just touches something so deep in me. just too damn good for radio. couldn't bear to hear a cash money song (down here in bounce/booty central Atlanta) follow that. plus, i could hear it on 104.7 (adult contemporary - only place you'll hear someone like angie stone or rahsaan patterson) without "slummin'" over to (alleged) HOT 97.<P>deejaydub

Is Purely saturated with G-A-R-B-A-G-E. I also think D's next single should be played on the Audlt Contemporary stations. The younger kids aren't ready for some real soulful shit yet.They are too stuck on "Thong Songs" and songs about Baby's Mothers and other repetitious bullshit R&B songs. I also agree that "Feel Like Makin Love" should be the next release.<P>Raskills2000<P>"Who shot JJ/ it was mudd bone, tha same nigga ridin the train/same kid wit his name on his jacket" Ghostface Killah<P><BR>

Without a doubt its the best choice to follow up <BR>UNTITLED.<P>as usual, Michele

In a perfect world i would want Africa to be released, but since it's not why not go with the Spanish Joint...it'll be the next vida loca! lol<BR>Peace.<P>"I feel Mexican, hip hop is my garden."-Com<P>"God created diversity, man created racism...you you gonna trust?"-Someone

Definitely the best choice to follow behind<BR>UNTITLED.<P>as usual, Michele

The instant familiarity of the song makes it radio friendly.

you are my idol....<P>i think radios would play: send it on, spanish joint, feel like makin' love, chicken grease, one mo gin.<BR>if i had to choose; go with spanish joint

in bumbleufck Wisconsin they're already playing "Feel Like Makin' Love" and they announced it as the new single off the album. <P>Aktually, they've been playing it steady for about 2 weeks now. So...are they going against the "grain" and playing/releasing the next single before they're supposed to? Or....is D'Angelo just asking to see if the people are going to feel "Feel Like Makin' Love" as the next single? Hmm...<P>p.e.a.c.e<BR>Dramatik

I'd have to agree with most of the suggestions so far- damn, y'all just jump on a post this or WHAT! j/p<P>My personal suggestions after countless hours of playing this album whilst sitting at my computer. Since we've all agreed in principle that the next single should be more upbeat. HOWEVER, did y'all stop to notice that 'Untitled' is the slowest tempo track on the album? (with 'Send It On' a close second) So, basically, ANY track would be uptempo from 'Untitled'. <P>Now, 'Chicken Grease' would be cool, but let's face it: this track feels more like a 'jam session' (and without a doubt is THE bomb track on the album...I can't stop bobbin my head...yikes!!!), and tracks like that aren't necessarily suitable for radio(even though I don't listen to radio).<P>"Devil's Pie" is essentially 'previously-released' (for lack of a better term) and I would have to say not a contender, since peeps have already heard it.<P>"Africa" has possibilities (video and what not): but I'm not you can pin down the 'sound and feel' of this track. I mean, I listen to it, and dig it, but I'm befuddled cuz I don't know where to 'categorize' it in my mind. I love that Prince feel to it, but I'm not sure it's single material.<P>"Feel Like Makin Love" is right in there. Has a great rhythm and 'feel'(heh) to it. And it's a great cover.<P>So, here are my two choices (told y'all this was my 29 cents!!!):<P>One of my selections would be "The Root". What else can I say, not only does the music get inside you, but so do the lyrics.<P>But my first selection would be "The Line". (ha, I went off the beaten path) I just love the feel of this tune, not to mention lyrically stimulating. And the keyboard sound we all know and love! <BR>Put in my vote!!! PEACE<P>One world, many minds.<P>Framamind<BR>SPAS accredited<P>Support okayfam! pick up 'The AutNoyz Project' cd (featuring Ya Ya) at mp3.com<BR><a href="http://www.mp3.com/artists/60/autnoyz.html" target="_blank">http://www.mp3.com/artists/60/autnoyz.html<;/a><P>"it aint no settling in my settling down, settling ends in settlements, see we should---be subtle, how we a team, but never<BR> been in a huddle?" - P!<P>"Our so-called leaders speak/with words they try to jail ya/they subjugate the meek/but it's the rhetoric of failure"<P>"Youngbloods can't spell but they can rock you at playstation..."- Mos Def<P>"Well, of COURSE everything looks bad if you remember it!" -Homer Simpson<P>"...Nick is superhumanhiphophead!!"-MBclassick

I would love to hear one mo 'gin on the radio, but not everyone seems to be feelin' that, but Feel Like Making Love, would be a great next single, can't wait to find out!!!!<BR>

feels like makin love

on the last single released for the album, at the very least as a b-side...<P>Africa would be a dope "last shot" 'til the next go around...<P>Peace,<BR>Mosaic

<BR>and it would get play, but anything after "chicken grease" (one mo'gin, the root, spanish joint, feel like makin love, africa) would be great. just put out another video soon PLEASSSSSSE!!!<P>"If you know your history/ then you would know where you're comin' from/ then you wouldn't have to ask me/ who the hell do I think I am" - Robert Nesta Marley<P><BR>

D,<BR> I think that Feel Like Makin' Love would probably get the most airplay simply because people identify you with love songs and ballads, and also because the song has a smoothness to it, its mellow and soulful. Another option would be Mo'gin, which I don't think any of the other Players have suggested yet. However, as a true fan, I know that you are about so much more than romancing the ladies, and I think that Send it On or Africa would be good songs to convey this to the public. I also imagine a great video for Africa, with maybe some shots of you on the continent, and with your children (if you aren't opposed to them being seen by the public, I know a lot of celebs are). Hope this was helpful, and i'm looking forward to finding out which song you chose.<BR>forever your fan,<BR>ms_superfreak

Well,<P>I would have to say that the best radio joint you have on there is Feel Like Makin Love--loook how Roberta Flack blew up L'Boogie. It has that hook people will want to keep singing, and with the ignorance of people now a days, I don't think they could handle anything deeper, they would just hate on it, like "untiltled". If not One'MoGin, it would blow up, but it would make me mad to hear played on the radio all the time...I'm selfish. Good-Luck<P>NajmUdeen aka Nate 2-06-78

hi d'(smile) i would lke to see "Greatdayndamornin'" come out as a single. it has that nice upbeat, smooth sound to it. you know if u make another video like "untitled" somebody goin to buy that joint lol but i really love your songs and i love it that you haven't sold out to the "ice on my wrist" or the "lexusjeep" shit. u keep it real and i like that because it makes artists seem more realistic instead of just 4 that dolla know what i mean? well anyway the next time u see angie tell her the next single she sould drop off her lp is "shoulda been u" that song is my JOINT! lol is that u singin in the background? lol well the next time you're in maryland hit me up wit a e-mail. my address is Sista21@webtv.net cause i would like to know about that song u did wit rykah(that's my girl! lol well love and good luck on your lp

Sup, D' ...<P>The whole CD is tight, but if I had to choose the next single ... it would be "One Mo'gin". I'm really diggin' that one. And I think it's something radio stations would play. But just like a lot of your other fans, I feel you big-time in "Africa". That song is just ... Wooo! Words can't describe what I feel when listening to it. Anyway, much love D'. I wish you continued success in anything & everything.<P>P.S. Oh, yeah ... and when you do the video for the next single ... make sure you ain't got no clothes on again ... and also make sure that the cameraman falls down. :o) The rest of you ladies can agree with me on that, right? - LOL.<P>

Either song, I think, will have much success. Better yet, make a video cassette and have music videos for all the songs. I'd buy more than 2 of em.<P>Idea for One Mo'Gin video- D goin back to his hometown after tourin for some months. Runs into an old lady friend. That sets the tone...i.e., he could be on the phone singin the verses to her; THEN he can let her know what he's feelin over a candle lit soul food dinner at her place; THEN he could also express his feelings for her in bed( you know....where he says: "i've never bumped into your kind before or after")<img src="http://www.okayplayer.com/dcforum/Images/happy.gif"> ...LAST he bids her farewell...tellin her she can call when things change and whatnot. This could be set in a one-day or a weekend span. Let me stop before i think up somethin else. <img src="http://www.okayplayer.com/dcforum/Images/happy.gif"><BR>A person can only dream...lol

Your next single should be The Root. I love that song man, it speaks to me, makes me think you put a lil something in those CD packages. <img src="http://www.okayplayer.com/dcforum/Images/happy.gif"> Or One Mo' Gin, love that one too, shoot, I luv the whole damn CD, it's hard to say. All I know for certain is I'll be at the Palace next month when you come to Cleveland, no doubt!

All of your tracks are hot as hell, so really anything you drop next would be cool with any "okayplayer" BUT...Let's not forget some of those radio listeners who are not as "in depth" as us who are great fans of your music. A lot of people say your whole album sounds like one big song...EFF THEM!! I say they just ain't listening right. Anyway, your next single...<BR>AFRICA...Radio ain't worthy of that<BR>SPANISH JOINT...Hot!!But they gone cut that all up<BR>FEEL LIKE MAKIN LOVE...Good choice especially for the old heads!<BR>ONE MO GIN...Good for the Quiet Storm & another nekkid video.Mmmmm<BR> <BR>GREATDAYNTHAMORNIN:(good beat & stupid people can understand the words)<BR>DAT'S WHAT THE PEOPLE WANT!!!...and another video<P>THANKS 4 CHILLIN WIT US AFTER WILLIE'S(you know what i'm talking bout)<P>Sweepie<BR>Southside,Richmond VA

i just looooooove this remake (gonna make me not wanna hear the original -- shame!)! i don't feel adding a female is necessary; sure don't miss lauryn (am i allowed to say that?).<P>am i the only one feelin' some chi-town "steppin" in the video? maybe i'm just too old...<P>deejaydub

Put it in Perspective.<P>Stagoleeeeeeee<P>Stack O Leee<P>Stagerlee

I'm feeling "Chicken Grease" on a "Cloreen Bacon <BR>Bacon Skin" tip (for those who can't relate check <BR>out Crystal Ball--Disc 2). Nevertheless, I think that "ONE MO'GIN" would be the best single to release after "UNTITLED".<P>

I'm gonna go with ?uest on this one and with "Feel Like Makin' Love." Personally, I would like to see "One Mo'Gin" or "Spanish Joint" but they ain't ready for that yet. This is just the beginning.<P>retrospect

(and I'm not just saying that 'cause "Africa is my descent. okay player maybe I am) but radio is not ready for that yet. The album is #1 so you don't want to slow down the momentum. "Feel Like Making Love" or "Send It On" is what I'd say. "Send it On" HAS HORNS ON IT. When was the last time you heard a horns section on the radio?<BR>If there is a next single after this, please let it be a double sided single with SPANISH JOINT and AFRICA. I'll be tour guide when y'all shoot the video for AFRICA!!! Wishful thinking...but "send it on" has horns!!! release it...<BR>LOVE<BR>-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-<BR>March 28th seems such a long wait.<BR>You know how albums get pushed back? Can they also be pushed "forward"?<BR>-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_<BR>

I think Greatdayndamornin'/Booty or Africa would be cool for the next single, D'. <P>Send It On and Spanish Joint are my jams, though. <P> MUCHLUV-N-MANYBLESSINGS, <BR> Indygo

I aint got no problem wit "Feel Like Makin' Love" as the next single, but me personally 4 nostalgia reasons i guess, my choice would have 2 be "Chicken Grease". Being that I'm 18yrs. old, a lot of my peers aint up on that J.B.'s/Prince funk shit, so I feel if u want put em' up on some "back in the day Soul Train line vibes", it's gotta be "Chicken Grease".<P>People say they love u and they wanna help, but how can they when u cant help ya self??? -Prince

D,<BR>As much as I love the root, I have to go with Feel Like Makin Love. This would be a cool choice for the next single. Radio stations are already playing it and it will be like when you released "crusin" (the remake). 2 cool d joints (Brown Sugar and Lady )released then Crusin. Now it is 2 cool d joints(left to right and Untitled) now Feel like makin Love. I think you should do the root after feel like makin love( it reminds me of a cooler version of Dreamin eyes or something, but this time it got you feenin, but then again that would make it brown sugar huh??anyways)(do not pay too much attention to the parenthesis those are just thoughts to think about)(Now Back to the point)<BR> Now for the video :Instead of having posh love making scences, make it more of a happily ever after vibe or something like the song presents. YOu two getting married: showing you guys with kids.(just a suggestion, it will work if you do not use the married bit) Flowers at work, be creative. Like you two "in the restuarant holding hands" Cuddley sofa scences watching rentals , and of course you should chase her once in a scene in the park. Be cute and fuzzy that is what I saw in my mind the first time I heard this song. ALso do a jazzy club scene where you are both slow dancing and looking into each others eyes and then kiss or something. Or you sing to her be creative. <BR>And please choose a "wholesome" girl. one who has the apperance of a goody-innocent(as a virgin)- motherly- vibe or something. That is the only way this vision will work. <P><BR>From <BR>a future scriptwriter to a musical genius<BR>C_Jontay

i been reading everybodys thoughts on D's next song and i agree that "The Root" and "the Spanish Joint" are graet tracks but i got to say that i think that "Chicken Grease" has potential for D and also maybe "Devils Pie" both great tracks that i think are playable on the radio and will make people notice D.<P>anyways Peace<P> K

GREATDAYNDAMORNIN'isyournextsingle<P>Dee

Blessings People, and D'Angelo<P>I've read all the post, and while I respect all opinions and thoughts...I personally think what would be a viable next single would have to be "Playa, Playa". I've said this from day one, I was blessed with a promo copy, and since you dropped "L&R", which is a midtempo song, and then you did "Untitled", which is a slow track. Now it would only be befitting to bless the world with another mid to uptempo song. I think "Playa Playa" is mad commercial (which is not a diss), but I can see Hot 97, WBLS, and Kiss FM playing this joint. It just seems right. Well that's my two cents indamorning. But if that's not a sure win for you...my next best thought would be "GREATDAYINDAMORNING". It's extremely viable as well. Just think about what I'm saying. Drop "Playa, Playa", then hit them cross the head with Africa, wish that was dropped before "L&R", it's a great song for Black Hitory Month. Well thanks for asking our thoughts...peace and infinite blessings.<P>Musiic

The next single should be "Feel Like Makin Love" or "The Root".

I think the next song should be Devil's Pie. It has a great jazzy beat to it. And the radio stations will play it. Also D, I just wanted to tell you that you are gorgeous and sexy and your music speaks volumes of your character.<P>God Bless.

...getting head in the Untitled video, as was noted on this site a while back (and after watching the video, the idea of fellatio seemed pretty feasible to me...even though I did see him on MTV News talkin' 'bout how it was a "bare bones" approach to the visuals, which makes sense too...), I think the next single (which with every female on the planet sweatin' him, would DEFINITELY have to be chosen with a video concept in mind) should be "Feel Like Makin' Love", which he can perform from between a pair (or many pairs) of soft, supple, thick ass thighs... I think with the tone and subject matter (as well as musical complexity) of Voodoo, he needs to come with another really accessible love song for the masses who didn't faithfully cop his album the day it came out on their lunchbreak. That way he'll open the floodgates for something a little more...risque doesn't seem right...maybe more unconventional (in terms of radio friendliness) like (my joints) "Africa", "Spanish Joint", "The Line", or "The Root". I dunno, this is just my take...<P>Everybody go cop J-Zone's Music 4 Tu Madre... the new joint, "Hard to Swallow", coming in March (competition for Com)...(I'm taking a break from designing the Album Cover and promotional materials to write this...)<P>Peace...<P>"Standin' on the corner, holdin' my..."<BR>-Greg Nice<BR>"I like my hoes on X like Eminem"<BR>-Jay-Z<BR>"In the boundless panorama of the existing and visible universe, whatever shapes appear, whatever sounds vibrate, whatever radiances illuminate, or whatever consciousnesses cognize, all are the play or manifestation of the Tri-Kaya, the Principle of the Cause of all Causes, the Primordial Trinity. Impenetrating all, is the All-Pervading Essence of Spirit, which is Mind. It is uncreated, impersonal, self-existing, immaterial, and indestructible." <BR>-Lama Kazi Dawa-Samdup

Kristy<P>Go eat a Manwich, bee-ach!! -- me<P>My HORMONES are RAGING!! -- Nia Long, The Best Man<P><BR>

Well damn, yo, a brother was gonna recommend a song, but everybody's already listed every song on the album. <P>Shit. Where do y'all come from?<P>One Love,<BR>Big Baby Perm (feels like makin' love)

1. Greatdayndamornin'<BR>2. The Root<BR>3. Spanish Joint<BR>4. Feel Like Makin' Love<P>p.s. although I love the artistry on Africa, in reality program directors won't add it, and DJ's won't play it.

I choose "Feel Like Makin' Love" because it's my belief that it's commercial enough for radio stations to pick up and it has broad audience appeal. My personal choice would be Africa or Send it On because of the message in the songs and the awesome arrangement of the music. This CD is a masterpiece, I get 'high' just listening to it. I'm going to purchase another Voodoo CD for safekeeping.<P>LadyT

Yo, the CD is ridiculous but if you really wanted to blow the mainstream's mind, you release "feel like makin' love" but have Lauren Hill accompany you on it. You definately left room for the higher harmony on the song and I heard that she was supposed to sing it with you anyway. So if you want to hit em hard...that's what I'd do.

"Feel Like Makin' Love" is the strongest single as the word has come to mean these days. Beyond that, I think "Send It On" has a real shot given the success of "Untitled".<P>Peace,<BR>Count Bass-D<BR>www.countbassd.com

"Send it on" should definitely be the next release. I'd like to see what kind of video he can come up with for this one.

I see a lot of people are voting for "Africa", and I can't blame them. It's a great song, one of my favorites on the album (like all of them aren't), but I think that "Greatday..." or (and this is my first choice) "One Mo''Gin". That is, you're not opposed to putting a second slow jam on the radio right away... Just a thought (or a very serious suggestion, however you choose to take it...)<P>PEACE...

i think your next single should send it on,or <BR> one mo'gin.

D'<P>Personally I'm for One Mo' Gin. Devil's Pie would also be a good choice but I can hear radio stations bleepin the first line of the song all ready. So go with Africa, a smooth homegrown song. But if you want to test everybody, go with Devil's Pie. F@CK IT!! And personally again, IT'S ALL GOOD!!

I almost forgot,"Greatdayindamornin". Thats dope and the lastwo minutes is one of the best tracks on the entire album.<BR>Peace

I think "One Mo'gin" should be the next cut followed up by "Feel like Makin love". These two songs are the ish. I have a personal connect to "1 Mo'gin" and "The Root", so any of these three should be future singles. But "1 Mo'gin" has my vote.Dope Album D.<BR>Peace

I'd love to share with the world the fact that your "left your mojo is your favorite suit." "Roots" would be my choice for the next release<BR>OR "One Mo Gin."<P>And on the local tip:<BR>Richmond must have a lot of Lowcounty in it!<BR>Love, Peace and Chicken Grease<BR>NuShooz

I JUST WANT TO BE THE FIRST TO SAY HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU.(EVENTHOUGH IT'S NOT UNTIL THE 11TH). SWEETHEART WE GO WAY BACK, NOT AS FAR AS APOLLO BUT DEFINETLY BROWN SUGAR. I LOVE YOU AND TRY TO KEEP UP WITH EVERYTHING YOU DO. YOU ARE DEFINETLY AN ORIGINAL AND I HOPE YOU STAY AROUND AND KEEP MAKING BEAUTIFUL MUSIC...I'M NOT AN ANGIE HATER BUT MISS THANG NEED TO RELAX...CONGRADULATIONS ON THE BIRTH OF YOUR SON, HE WILL DEFINETLY BE A PRINCE... CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU AT TOWER THEATER, YOU'LL DEFINTELY SEE ME!......LOVE MIKA AKA OSHUN

could possibly be any track on this album. If you're looking to bring in those who aren't familiar with "D'angelo" than I would say either "The Root" or "Chicken Grease". Personally I'd be happy to hear any of the tracks from Voodoo on the radio. They're all mesmorizing.

While I think Spanish Joint is the best song I've heard in a long, long time I believe (commercially) Send it On or One Mo Gin would be most successful on the radio. The whole album is a complete masterpiece. Thank you so much.

...Feel like Makin Love...seems like the next logical choice..you figure he put out Left & Right, an up tempo fusion joint w/guest appearance, Now the tribute joint (Untitled) for the ladies to love, fellas to use to get the ladies moist, & it's radio friendly. So now you need the middle joint(s) that i think (i may be wrong) a remake & is very radio friendly...I personally think that they don't reengineer it & take some of the dirty kicks & snares out & add some programed drums, & fiddle around with it to make it radio friendly, cuz i feel that is is already, & it seems the most logical choice..I'm feelin the Root or Greatdayindamornin' to come out, but it may be too musical for those brainwashed radio listeners...Not to say that Feel Like...isn't, but it's a little more radio accessable(sp) & digestable for all ears...<P>"..my whole life has become a style, & I <BR>wanna get into it." - Lonnie Rashid Lynn<P>"...good days, bad days, half-way days,..but I'm still lookin' for a greatdayindamornin'.."<BR>- M.D.A.

In my all my experience with marketing(and thats what I do)I have found that the expected response is the one that gets the least counter-response. But seeing that D's marketing is the least of Cheeba/Virgins concerns (i.e 67 release dates and what not) I would have to say that either "Feel like making Love" or "Greatdayinthemonin" would be the best decision. Both are mid tempo songs that are at their best in the spring/summer time. Peeps are finally able to go outside without fear of frostbite and just the thougt of the sun being out instead of snow flurries makes everyone look to have a great day in the monin. On the other hand "Feel like makin love" appeals to those feelings that everyone gets when the weather starts to break. I think people underestimate the power of seasonal marketing. D'Angelo has proven that he can tap into the feelings of the masses with his music and his performances. When "Lady" dropped I can remember riding in my car, windows down, radio on 10 , with my girl and feelin the vibe that D' was spittin. Without a doubt that feelin will be recreated if either one of these cuts get dropped.<P>One.<P>"My people perish for lack of knowledge" -Jesus (nuff said)

theyre all better than anything out there. i'm lookin for the b-sides. Or maybe a 20 min version of "Spanish Joint". Kinda like what Prince did with "America" back in 85. You know what i'm talkin about D. Only you can bring that kind of excitment back into music listening...Thanx for the grooves...A

There has been a consistent request for Lauryn hill to bless one of your singles with her voice...Hopefully she will be in a remix or two.<P>Have you ever thought about collaborating with Tony Thompson formally of the group Hi-Five.<P>E-mail me if interested.<P>

It's only my opinion but "The Root" is one of my favorites and I think it'll catch on if aired.

No question. This is a subject almost everybody can feel and the music is on point!<P>hey but if i didn't have to worry about sellin' records i'd put out "chicken grease" on the b-side ;)..peace<P>"When I first met my SpottieOttieDopalicious Angel<BR>I can remember that damn thing like yesterday<BR>The way she moved reminded me of a Brown Stallion<BR>horse with skates on smooth like a hot combon nappy ass hair"

the next release should most definitely be "feel like makin love"...<BR>-da OkayDominicana known as tRoUbLe-<P>"Is it revolutionary for a woman to cook her man dinner?"<BR>"My girls who balnce school, work, and kids/ and actually take a day out to get their/ Nails, hair and feet massaged/ That's some real revolutionary shit/ Woman who may never take their hajj/ But will re-create Mecca in a 3 bedroom house/ on Detroit's Eastside..."<BR>-Jessica Care Moore-<P>"The woman let out an expansive laugh that resounded through the house like a spray of broken glass."-Gabriel Garcia Marquez-<P>"And these things were too oppressive 4 me to comprehend...Then I entered the sanctuary of God and I understood..."-Psalm 73:14-15-

Eventhough, the whole album is wonderful. I think the next song should be the "Spanish Joint" and if you followed it up with a video that takes place in the carribbean. You know the whole Voodoo aspect.

hmmmm. .. . let me think.. . well, I really enjoyed Mo'Gin and Chicken Grease. Most of the songs remind me of home - sitting in the background while my brother's band would practice. They make you feel welcomed and relaxed - to sit down and eat that piece of watermelon...don't be shame. <img src="http://www.okayplayer.com/dcforum/Images/happy.gif"> Seriously though, I didn't get to comment on the album (cd) initially but uh. .D' pretty much encapsulates the ear... .body.. . and your emotions with a sort of menage trois of voices all at the same time. There are many legendary voices intertwined with his own style - so you never lose sight of whose singing the song. .. it's almost eery but stimulating... I believe he would get his props/kudos from Marvin, Curtis, Prince, Al and many other legends. .. so he might as well pull up a chair to their table. . . this young legend already!<P>All is love. .. <BR>Peace & Blessings~<BR>Legal Tenda'

The line is the best song on the ablum BY FAR. i am not sure if it will be radio friendly, but much like brown sugar "is not about a woman" this song "is not about a gun". It seems to be the most personal song on the album and if you live and stand for anything, if you ever "put it on the line", then you feel this song. <P><BR>later.

I would have to say that picking the next single off the album would be difficult to do. I'm feeling every track but I would have to agree with everybody 'Africa' is a very beauiful mellow song. I'm also vibing off 'Spanish Joint' and 'Send It On.' I guess its all about how you want to come at your fans.

you got everybody's attention with Untitled, no doubt, so now stay true to the feel and picture that the album as a whole paints...artistry, soul, and musical exploration--push the limits a little bit. makin love is a tight, but greatdayndamornin', spanish joint, or maybe even...send it on...to me that represents more what the album all about...it's real. you got my utmost respect, D...from musician to musician that's the highest compliment i got to give...<P>ONE LOVE

I would say the "Spanish Joint" or "Feel Like Making Love" those are most "radio friendly". Both are sweet joints ~One

man, no disrespect to Erykah, but putting the Jazzies on the single of Feel Like Makin' Love would do wonders for them...have a bunch of Okayplayers holding up The Once and Future in the background....there are more than enough D followers that would scoop the single, and if even half of them copped the Jazzies too...<BR>They'd go at least copper! Let's rally for the Jazzies up in this piece! They need us the most right now. At least plug the Jazzies in your sig file or on your webpage...it's the least we all can do...

"okayplayers holding up Jazzies alubums in the background"<P>I was referring to the potential video as it would be hard to see them on the radio, he he.<BR>But whatever, the Jazzies need mad love right now!<P>--csr

might be a little much, but I agree 100% with the premise. Neither D nor Badu need the exposure that the Jazzies need right now. Not to mention that the remake would be THE SHIT!<P>C'mon an give the struggling part of your fam some love! D & Jazzies takin over in 2000!<P>love and respect,<BR>El Rey<P>"I prefer to speak of the impossible, because we already know too much about what is possible" Silvio Rodriguez<P>"If our profanity offends you, look around you and see how destructively society is profaning itself. It is the rape of the land, the pollution of the environment, the betrayal and suffering of the masses by corrupt government that is the real obscenity." - MOVE statement<P>FREE MUMIA!<BR>www.mumia.org<P>FREE THE MOVE 9!<P>FREE ALL POLITICAL PRISONERS!<P>FREE YOUR SELF!<BR>www.freeyourself.com<P>"Get free y'all, get free!" - Digable Planets<P>"Get Free" - The Artist<P>

I think that the next single should be "OneMo'Gin"<BR>if you want to stick with the romantic vibe like "Untitled." But if you want to make a statement to those who don't know, the best way to get their attention is to present them with "Devil's Pie." The beat and the hook are perfect for radio play and when people have a song stuck in their heads they begin to realize what the song really means (whether it is garbage or if it has meaning). Keep up the good work D' and HAPPY :) BIRTHDAY!!!!

...this will be read aaaalll da way down here!!!! but feel like makin love has already gotten some radio play here in da chi. some college radio stationz have been playin it in regular rotation and even WGCI has played it a few times. a lot of heads is feelin it so i think it to be a logical choice. it got some old school familiarity with a new school twist nawmean? pesonally i think africa or one mo gin would be da shyt. even though one mo gin remind me of mah shysty azz, heffa azz son momma. but i try to seperate her triflin azz from artwork. peace yall<P>where eva ya are baby paw/ realize that ya essence is devine son/ and let it shine son/ as we refine son/ ayo dis shyt'll blow ya mind son/ we royaly... Guru From Gangstarr, Moment of Truth<P>i'm ghost yall<BR>peace

Hey D, and anyone who reads this!<BR>I guess it depends on when you plan to put it out. I think if it's gonna be a Springtime release it's gotta be between 'Greatdayndamornin' or 'Feel Like Makin' Love'. Maybe the latter, seeing as there's already a general familiarity with the song. Those are the two most radio friendly tracks for that time of year - in my opinion anyway. <BR>When are you planning to come over and do some shows in London/England? We're feeling a little left out over here!!!<BR>Congratulations on creating such a FANTASTIC album!<BR>Peace and Guidance<BR>Marci<BR>xxx

hehe... really!<BR>if only for the video you could do for the song, y'know? set in a southern baptist church... lots of beautiful black and brown skinned people, a choir in those robes... the dancing... the theatrics, the falling and fainting in the aisles... and a deejay... all in the church 'cause it all belongs in the church...the unification of the african american musical tradition in one video...<BR>just a thought...<BR>-kevin<P>"without awareness, there is no life... only activity"

Peace Love D,<BR> "And here I'm far from HOME..."<BR> KEITHM<BR> www.KEITHM2000.com <BR> <BR>

D, I don't care what it is. JUST SAVE R&B PLEASE!<BR>If I hear another song from Destiny's Child, I'm going to puke up a lung! Okay, enough..Playa,playa or One Mo'gin..God Bless!!

Destiny's Kids are worrying the hell outta me too! I'm just glad someone else understands my pain. <img src="http://www.okayplayer.com/dcforum/Images/happy.gif">

I work in radio! <img src="http://www.okayplayer.com/dcforum/Images/happy.gif"> Since you already did something spicy with 'Left & Right' and then you did something sexy like 'Untitled'...now, it's time to do something conscious and a true reflection of all the shyt you been going through... 'The Line' or 'GreatDayNDaMornin'<P>Hey, I got a scenario for every song...Wanna hear about it....of course you do. <BR> <BR>1. Playa Playa-reserved for those nights when you wanna curl up with a bottle of Pineapple Rum <P>2. Devil's Pie-rolling in da T-bird on the way to the coffeehouse. <P>3. Left & Right-dancing naked around the house <P>4. The Line-quiet reflection of life while smoking a clove cigarette and enjoying a glass of Merlot<P>5. Send It On-pamering yourself with a hot bath and a relaxed episode of masturbation (yep, I said it! So what?) <P>6. Chicken Grease-dancing around the house naked and reserved for live performances---definitely get the crowd hyped up for ya! <P>7. One Mo 'Gin-(personal favorite) bedroom joint. Nothing has to be said about that one <P>8. The Root-Writing a phat piece of poetry <P>9. Spanish Joint-working on that hard ass salsa move, while wiggling my ass as only a black girl can. <P>10. Feel Like Making Love-dancing naked around the house, lighting candles. Noticing a pattern here? <P>11. GreatDayNDaMornin-drinking on a Corona and trying to map out what the hell is next in life <P>12. Untitled (How Does It Feel?)- riding around on a rainy night, searching your heart for the answer to the question: Where in the hell is that brotha that'll say all this to me? <P>13. Africa-just sitting down and listening to the song and the words. Terrific for inspiration...<P>Ok, I'm done! Peace

I myself love Africa first and then Root but we are talking about commerical radio. Not too many people who listen to the radio will understand what's is really goin on in these songs. However, One Mor Gin, everyone can relate to. Its emotional and moody for both sexes. Especially for the females. Males may see this as a way to get that girl back that he effed up with. Y'all feelin me? Anyway if it was up to me Africa would definitly be on there. It is a very spirtiual song that makes me think of the smells, the wonders, the warmth, the love, and strength of Africa......... Listen to the song and close your eyes and let the music guide you to this spirtual blistful place. Its beautiful. The Root actually runs down deep in my soul, urging me to get up, clap my hands and jam to this soulful dish of rhythms. So D keep makin that smooth chocolate music that melts in our intellect as well as our ears..<P>NaturalEssenceOfAfrica<BR>A Supporter Not A Fan<BR>

<BR>d',<P>you album as too much meaning and innovation for the aud. to follow. they just want banging shit.<BR>if you wanna hit with the aud. you put out "feel like makin love" and then maybe "chicken grease".<BR>those are twat tingin songs but not the best.<BR>you'll make it with the aud. and get the money you want if you play those two songs mentioned. <P>you too far ahead of your time d'.<BR>thank god yo.<BR>don't fool yourself<P>insha allah<BR>

Unfortunately, Natural's correct. The radio audience wouldn't appreciate "The Root" or "Africa" like they should. "One Mo'gin" has the best chance of really getting serious airplay because its easy to follow. It's a damn shame that people don't take the time to actually listen or even attempt to try to understand a song with any depth to it.<P>Peace

D'angelo<BR>I think you should release Chicken Grease, Feel Like Makin Love, or I would say Africa or The Root or Send It On(which is my favorite) but they are kinda slow songs and would not get as much play. I love all of the songs, but radio listeners probably wouldnt be ready for songs like Africa or The Root. Chicken Grease is just a pure funk song and would probably be more pleasing to radio listeners. My mom heard Feel Like Makin Love and thought it was Al Green singing until I told her it's D'angelo.<P>Knowledge<BR>

I have an overwhelming biased regarding D'Angelo, his music and his sentiments. I believe that any song that he puts out will be well received because souls yearn for soothing and that is what his music does. His album is the theme song for my life right now as I change as person, a GOD send. I can listen to his music while I am working, in the bathtub, or while contemplating the jargon of Aristotle. His music is moving. So in my opinion, you should close his eyes point at a song, and do his thug thang.

FEEL LIKE MAKING LOVE

The next single should be either:<BR>1. Feel Like Makin' Love (Classic song)<BR>2. Spanish Joint (Cash in on the Latin craze)<BR>3. Playa, Playa (Very funky, radio-friendly beat)<BR>Man, I wish you were coming to Memphis, D! I don't think I'll make it to Nashville with me working these two jobs and my car's recent troubles. Oh, well, maybe next time. Best of luck, D.

Peace,<P>my first post ever, but I couldn't stand by and watch selfish people forget that this is still America, and general public folks need, a chance to wrap their mind around "Consciously Chocolate" subject matter. (I ain't exactly seen lil girls on TRL requesting "Untitled" lately (easily the most subversive 4 minutes of ebony this year, okay- maybe "Back that Azz Up")) Any song except "Feel Like..." would be a bad move, "Africa" or "The Root" are the bomb, but putting those out would be like Jordan buying the Wizards, (sure... you can drive a car with your feet; just don't do it.) Feeling the whole 9.5 weeks thing though Mr. Bastard, but I see someone more like Rosario Dawson(He Got Game, Kids) doing steam patrol.(What about a Cyber-romance sub-plot!) And can somebody please say PRIMO REMIX! (Maybe Tip or Com get a lil light, Amplified needs a lil help y'all.) Alright I'm out, but don't hate the player, hate the game, and play to win.<P>P.S.- Speaking of Primo remixes what the hell ever happened to AZ? The head nods at thoughts of his verse on the Lady remix.

next single: the root(spring)<BR>followed by: send it on(spring-summer)<BR>followed by: feel like making love(summer-fall)<BR>ending with: africa(close out the year)<P>peace<P>come to memphis, please

The next single mos def has to be Feel Like Making Love. I love that song and right now is the perfect time to release it since winter's turning into spring. The next single should be either Send It On, The Root, or Spanish Joint. The Root is good for cruising around town and Spanish Joint is good for the summertime, cuz it makes you wanna get up and dance. Send It On, though would make a good summer jam too. has that old school flavor to it. Africa would make a great single too but I don't know if some people are ready for that one.....<P>Peace!<P>P.S. Happy Birthday!

if you're gonna do a video for the next single, it oughta be DEVIL'S PIE. first off, people who watch mtv and bet need to hear those lyrics. plus, the track will have mad clout because premier produced it. and the song is about 7 minutes long, so you can do a serious music video with all that time.<P>the other songs people suggested are good songs, but not necessarily good singles. if you need any more advice d', let me know...<P>peace and positivity.<BR>

This would be a GREAT choice...but it would 'kinda' be a re-release. When the soundtrack to "Belly" came out, radio started playing this one. It was never actually released as a single for sale though. But know that i think about it, I think a re-release of this jam could work. I know Im always boppin' my head when the beat for "Devil's Pie" kicks in!

"Spanish Joint" for sure! For me it's the best choice following a slowjam like "Untitled". Spanish Joint has that instantly memorable groove. It's invigerating. An instant classic. I've played "Joint" to people who aren't familiar with your stuff and they've ALL freaked. I mean they LOVED it man. It's uptempo groovy and by the time it actually hits the streets it will be Springtime...and "Spanish Joint" is definitely THE BADDEST DRIVING SONG...just open the sun roof and CRANK it!<P>The CD is just what I've been waiting for, man. Amazing. Alive. Album of the Year(yeah, I know it's only February, but c'mon...)<P>Question. Who's opening for you in Richmond if anyone. Personally I think you and the Band should just jam the WHOLE time, with no opening band at all. Just groove for 2 or 3 or 4 hours!!<P>Se ya'll there!!<P>

So many songs.... so many choices... so much genius on one album... how can one possibly choose....<P>One Mo' Gin is my choice. It's mellow, people can relate to the lyrics and its sexy...

Not to mention the fact that radio stations will play One Mo' Gin. I think they will also play Spanish Joint if you're thinking of releasing an upbeat cut. It's a shame we have to cater to the broadcast media, but what else can you do, other than make non-commercial, genius, sexy, innovative records like Voodoo?!?!?<P>Dayyuuumm, this record is hot! (just needed to say that)

Definitely one mo gin or feel like makin love<P>both have the same time of feel that would appeal to a lot of people, even though they're slow, both males and females would appreciate them.<P>

I'm sure the radio stations will play "Left and Right" although, they should play "The Root" or "Send It On". Either way, I have the cd and will continue to listen to all of the songs with or without the radio.<BR> Hey, thanks for including Houston on the tour.<BR> Kysla (Kitty for short)<P> <BR>

While your whole album is on like a pot, we think you should release "Chicken-grease" next. We saw you perform it on the Chris Rock Show, and it was all that!!!! We look forward to seeing your concert in Charlotte, NC and want to know when the tickets are going on sale.... As far as your latest video, "Untitlted....How does it feel", it's off the heezy fo' cheezy!!!!!!! When is the next video coming out?????????? HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!! Much success with Voodoo!!!!! <BR> we out one,<BR> Kathi and Pam

I think the next single should "Send it On" cause it sounds bomb and becasue there needs to be more loving in the world. Are you in love D'Angelo? You can't be without me!!!!!!!!

That song is soo tight. It has a message kinda' similar to Lauryn Hill's "Doo Wop(That Thing)", a swingin' beat, and mixin' and scracthin' for the regular hip-hop heads! I don't think it was released from Belly but if it was whatever. I say re-release it! Maybe you could re-mix it and add a rap to it. You'll probably need to shorten it but PLEASE keep the vamp("Uh..wait-a-minute, Uh.. let me tell you 'bout") at the end! That part and the next 20 seconds make the song for me! Hopefully radio stations like 97.5 here in Atlanta WON'T talk or start the next song OVER the vamp like they do w/ Untitled! <P>After that release my jam "One Mo' Gin"! I think that could have the affect of Lauryn's Ex-Factor. Most people can relate to that one person that you wouldn't mind "bumping" into again! I think either of those should be your next joint! <P>Much love D. I fall in love w/ Voodoo more and more each day! Can't wait to see you in the ATL.

at least in dc (WPGC/WKYS)about 6 mths ago and nyc (HOT97)around the same time...and heaven must b like this has gotten radio rotation in dc (WHUR)<BR>-da OkayDominicana known as tRoUbLe-<P>"Is it revolutionary for a woman to cook her man dinner?"<BR>"My girls who balance school, work, and kids/ and actually take a day out to get their/ Nails, hair and feet massaged/ That's some real revolutionary shit/ Woman who may never take their hajj/ But will re-create Mecca in a 3 bedroom house/ on Detroit's Eastside..."<BR>-Jessica Care Moore-<P>"The woman let out an expansive laugh that resounded through the house like a spray of broken glass."-Gabriel Garcia Marquez-<P>"And these things were too oppressive 4 me to comprehend...Then I entered the sanctuary of God and I understood..."-Psalm 73:14-15-

it didn't get a lot of airplay and I don't think it was released as a single. Now that D's so H-O-T w/ the common folk, I think the song can make a huge dent. They re-release movies all the time so I don't think it's a stretch.

i cant choose d'angelo baby...the entire album is HOT

Track #8. This track has enuf bass and is funky enuf to get airplay on the urban Hip-Hop stations, but it's also laid back enuf for the contemporary and oldie but goodie stations. You'll hit all markets with this one like you did with "Untitled".

The next release has to be the Spanish Joint. <BR>I don't know if the man himself will ever read this, but D'Angelo, if you're out there:<P>Prince was my first love, since day one. But I'm writing to yoy, my first fan letter. If you ever need someone to sing your praises or write your liner notes - find me.<BR>Nikki

"feel like makin' love" with remixes of "spanish joint"

PEACE.<P><BR>...Coming from a D.J. in Japan, I have certain ideas on the next single, just to put out there (if it matters). The LP is timeless indeed, but I personally think "Chicken Grease" could be flipped into some ol' remix w/common type of vibe, if it's possible. I can't front, though. I would like to see "Africa" shine through, as well. <P> Honestly,i feel that whatever they decide, it shoud be an up-tempo joint, this time around.( springtime/springbreak type of vibe, ya know?) <P>Bring back the remixes and B-sides.<BR>I know people don't remix too much anymore, but I do remember a day back when, I could count on a remix or two from Tribe, or De La, that just added that extra shit i've grown to crave in singles. I'm talking strictly in-house remixes, where it's either the artist, or surrounding fam, (soulquarians, ummah, ect.)in terms of music. Dig?<BR>No outside "different shit" or "soul meets techno, or any other un-related form" remixes. Keep it rhythmatic ..and give a lil' x-tra on singles. Any dj you ask who spins hip-hop and R&b will agree that's appreciated.<BR>peace.<P><BR>PEEP:<BR>roddyrod-www.beatbangerz.com<BR>www.blacktokyo.com <BR>RAMSQUAD-JAPAN

i think ur next single should be send it on or africa if u want sumthing mellow. But if u want single to get on the party tip choose Chicken grease by the way the new album is the shit.

I know I'm like the 1000th reply to this post but just to add my $.02. I think it should be "Africa". Okay that's all I wanted to say<P>Peace <BR>Nayyirah<P>"Me and Nayriah go back like babies and pacifiers" - nickelz45 <P>who you think you foolin/you ain't a battle cat/your like an anorexic bitch/you only think your phatt - Jihad<P>"Oh my goodness this is ridiculous. Why are yall sitting here looking at his naked butt???" - my mother's reaction to D'Angelo's video ( I told her she could change the channel)<P>AOL & AIM = WtfNay

I'm gonna say what songs SHOULDN'T be singles and why:<P>(Before you read these keep in mind that I do LOVE the whole album; I'm just being objective...)<BR>---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<BR>Devil's Pie - got it's 15 minutes of fame in Belly and besides that to the true D'Angelo supporters it's OLD.....(although that doesn't mean it isn't great...)<P>The Line - "Jonz In My Bonz" with more words....will bore real quick...radio won't play it<P>Chicken Grease - radio won't play it (remember who runs the radio stations and what their main motivation is....for those of you who don't know, the answers are: greedy calculating assholes / money....)<P>The Root - You'd have to edit part of Charlie's backwards guitar solo....that would make me go postal....<P>Spanish Joint - yeah....with Ricky Martin on the remix (lol)....RADIO AIN'T READY FOR THIS ONE!!!<P>Africa - (see: Chicken Grease)<P>NOW: WHAT SHOULD BE SINGLES AND WHY....<BR>---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<P>Playa Playa - Nice groove and catchy hook that radio will spin repeatedly...<P>Send It On/One Mo 'Gin - No video for these, but radio will eat them up....<P>Greatdayndamornin' - Good summer single (same level as Dreamin' Eyes)<P>---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<BR>Overall, I myself find it hard to pick a single because this album is so "jam-session" oriented, and I've never seen radio give these types of albums any love....but this is D'Angelo....(possible hope for change in radio?)<P>I'd really like to hear what ?uest has to say...<P><BR>gB (T.O.K.P.A.K.A. tREBLEFREE)<BR>-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<BR>A lot of rich players are making wack-ass music, that's the bottom line! - Talib Kweli<P>WACK ENTERTAINMENT IS LIKE BAD PUSSY...PLENTIFUL AND CHEAP.... - a very angry but non-sexist cat known as gB<P>I listen with stylistic innocence as well as critical intelligence; I identify genres but ignore their limits... - Joshua Redman<P>Invest NO level of self into this system of PAGANomics... - BIG RUBE<P>I've been to enough sessions, and heard enough stories to back my claim that hip-hop is now following the road to "black music hell" (quality for dollars)... - ?uest<P>Killin fields need blood to graze the cash cow<BR>It's a number game, but shit don't add up somehow<BR>Like I got, 16 to 32 bars to rock it<BR>but only 15% of profits, ever see my pockets... - Mos Def<P>I could give a fuck what you made in a year<BR>NIGGA YOU WACK!!<BR>A soft nigga on a hard track<BR>In this new rap generation<BR>I "X" cats like a muslim<BR>He fell off 'cause I pushed him... - Common<P>For the artist who at his/her core just needs to be heard for the sake of his/her own sanity (and found some other way to feed his/her seeds): Staying underground is the only guarantee that he or she will be able to look in the mirror without feeling desperately ill. - Akiba Solomon ("Why Stay Underground", The Source Nov. 1999 Issue)

Feel Like Makin' Love - The obvious choice; would get radio play everywhere; I personally feel like it has too much "jam session" in it to be a single (even though I love it...)<P><BR>gB (T.O.K.P.A.K.A. tREBLEFREE)<BR>-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<BR>A lot of rich players are making wack-ass music, that's the bottom line! - Talib Kweli<P>WACK ENTERTAINMENT IS LIKE BAD PUSSY...PLENTIFUL AND CHEAP.... - a very angry but non-sexist cat known as gB<P>I listen with stylistic innocence as well as critical intelligence; I identify genres but ignore their limits... - Joshua Redman<P>Invest NO level of self into this system of PAGANomics... - BIG RUBE<P>I've been to enough sessions, and heard enough stories to back my claim that hip-hop is now following the road to "black music hell" (quality for dollars)... - ?uest<P>Killin fields need blood to graze the cash cow<BR>It's a number game, but shit don't add up somehow<BR>Like I got, 16 to 32 bars to rock it<BR>but only 15% of profits, ever see my pockets... - Mos Def<P>I could give a fuck what you made in a year<BR>NIGGA YOU WACK!!<BR>A soft nigga on a hard track<BR>In this new rap generation<BR>I "X" cats like a muslim<BR>He fell off 'cause I pushed him... - Common<P>For the artist who at his/her core just needs to be heard for the sake of his/her own sanity (and found some other way to feed his/her seeds): Staying underground is the only guarantee that he or she will be able to look in the mirror without feeling desperately ill. - Akiba Solomon ("Why Stay Underground", The Source Nov. 1999 Issue)

ok d'angelo i had to listen to the cd one mo gain to figure out what i felt would get the most play on the radio. Here in Chicago they are already playin "Feel Like Makin Love", and I'm really feelin that! So, i think that this should be the next single, although I really liked the Africa track, I think that Feel like Makin love will really set things into orbit! By the way Can't wait to see you in concert!

just give me a "b-side" that didn't make the album (aka one of those crazy Prince outtakes ?uest was talking about)...<P>mahalos,<BR>m.<BR>--<BR>www.dvdtracker.com/~m

I think the next single should be "Greatdayindamornin" it's a good mid-tempo tune and won't scare dj's in markets that don't play as much black music as they do in New York.<P>My first choice would've been "The Line", but it's just a little to funky to make a lot of headway. Not that it ain't a bomb song; but the reality is that it's gotta be a song that aint' too slow and people will play. The radio version HAS GOT TO KEEP THE CODA AT THE END THOUGH, that rhythm change is off the chain!!<P>I'm writin from Seattle, and radio out here is as conservative as it gets. <P>"Left & Right" would've been a good choice too, were it not for the rap by Red & Meth. Maybe you could have COMMON do a rap w/out the cursing and the misogyny?<P>"Voodoo" is a breath of fresh air.<P>Support that real shit ya'll

what is this???about post #175???well as I'm quite sure no one will be reading this it;s time for me to confess.<P>1-I eat butter.no not on toast or bread like everyone else.oh no,I eat it striaght,about half a pound a day,straight from the block.<BR>2-sometimes when nobodies home I paint my whole body and run around the house naked screaming out war chants.but then again who doesn't?<BR>3-I tell all my friends that I'm a playa but I'm not really.all I want is 1 really nice girlfriend.I'm not even out for sex.just someone to talk to and hold hands and the like.this may some kinda wussy but I don't care.I'm tired of always showing machoism's<BR>4-I once had sex with my cousin.so sue me.I didn't know he.....uh I mean,SHE was my cousin at the time but now I do and I won't do it again.<BR>5-a week ago last friday I went streaking.I just had to get all my agressions or something like taht out,so me and 3 friends went for a run down 75th street(a major road)with nothing but party hats on.and It was good fun too,I'd do it again in a second.my friends mom saw though but shes cool so she didn't really care(actually she got pictures)<BR>6-I once wanted to buy a jacket because I thought I would look like a pimp but it was $50.so I went to value village and stole the jacket but everyone just laughed at me so I unstole it I guess you could say(I put it back)<P>.<P>.<P>.<P>.<P>on the off chance that someone is actually reading this none of that is true except for #'s 3 and 5.<P>

I want to how to get some my song to D'angelo? They are really good!!!!

This thread has recieved alot of input from the players. Is it possible for us to get some feedback from D' about how he feels about what we have suggested? I know he's busy and all but Its just a question.<P><P>"My people perish for lack of wisdom" -Jesus (nuff said)

At least just let us know what you're thinkin' D!!

While I'm lovin' most everything..."The Root" is the iiiisshhhh, but "Chicken Grease" is the most radio friendly, but f#*k all that, release track 8 "The Root"!<P>(track 9 is the ultimate for those of us who dance for real!, but that won't fly in rotation.)<P>I heard it on the radio, but was "Left to Right" actually released as a single?...

one mo'gin...ah, the one that got away...anyway, it's powerful, poetic, and talk about grrrooove! by the way, thank you for saving me from latter day hip-hip, and picking up the ball that prince seemed to drop right after the "symbol" album. you may, in fact, have nudged him into some sort of impending redemption.<P>many thanks, much love.

Although I have not read the preceeding messages, I have a sneaking sensation that I may be the only one with these songs in mind for your next drop. <BR>I,Still Waters, believe that it should be "Send It On" or "Spanish Joint". Both of them have the ability to do something to my insides. And they both have distinguishing sounds.<BR>Okay, I beg your pardon, I have made up my mind. It should be "Spanish Joint".....no,maybe, "Send It On." You're the artist. I'm just the receptor.

I'm one of the 12 (okay I'm exaggerating just a little) black people living in Iowa right now. I'm willing to go to St. Louis, Kansas City, Minneapolis or Chicago to see D'Angelo in concert. Who's got tickets?