Billy Ocean – Suddenly (VG/VG+) – LP, AU 1984

Suddenly is an LP by Billy Ocean from 1984 released on the Jive label.

About this album

Suddenly is the album that turned Billy Ocean into a global pop-soul star. Released in 1984, it refined his blend of smooth R&B, synth-pop and dance-pop into a sharply commercial sound, driven by the international hit Caribbean Queen (No More Love on the Run). The record’s polished production and melodic songwriting helped Ocean cross over from British soul favourite to worldwide chart presence, while songs such as Loverboy and the title track reinforced his knack for unforgettable hooks. Its mix of funk, balladry and radio-ready sheen made Suddenly one of the defining crossover albums of the mid-1980s.

Genre: Pop & Rock

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