Tempo: 87 BPM
Style: Minneapolis Soul • Contemporary R&B • Slow Jam • Live Band Groove • Romantic Soul • Four-Part Harmony Vocal Group
[A smooth, sophisticated R&B slow jam performed at 87 BPM, deeply rooted in the legendary Minneapolis sound. The groove should sit comfortably behind the beat, creating a relaxed yet undeniable pocket that feels warm, intimate, and effortlessly soulful. Live drums drive the rhythm with a tight kick, crisp snare, subtle ghost notes, and tasteful hi-hat work that breathes naturally. The bass guitar is rich, melodic, and locked tightly with the drums, creating a deep, rolling foundation that makes listeners nod their heads from the first measure.
Warm Fender Rhodes electric piano provides lush harmonic textures while clean electric guitar accents add rhythmic movement and color. Layer in expressive saxophone fills, tasteful keyboard pads, and occasional talkbox-inspired textures to capture the spirit of classic Minneapolis funk and R&B. The arrangement should feel organic and performed by a world-class band rather than programmed.
Lead vocals are passionate, mature, and emotionally authentic, supported by rich four-part harmonies that swell throughout the chorus. The vocal delivery should carry confidence, tenderness, and genuine admiration. Think late-night romance, city lights reflecting on wet pavement, and a band completely locked into the groove. The overall feeling is timeless, soulful, elegant, and deeply musical, with a pocket that never rushes and a groove that feels impossible to leave.]
Chorus
I’m trying to tell the world, baby…
My favorite thing to do…
Is be all up into you…
And everything you do…
Can’t nobody do it like you…
Can’t nobody love me like you do…
Every little thing you do…
Got me all up into you…
{Band goes into the smoothest Minneapolis pocket ever aligning with the chorus. Led by the Felted Rhodes Piano}
Chorus
I’m trying to tell the world, baby…
My favorite thing to do…
Is be all up into you…
And everything you do…
Can’t nobody do it like you…
Can’t nobody love me like you do…
Every little thing you do…
Got me all up into you…
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