Philadelphian had sung in '70s group and contributed the lead vocal to contemporary 's Top 40 hit prior to releasing this underrated solo effort in 1984. The set is notable for its distinctively -oriented take on . It's an element that most seasoned vocalists -- busy living up to the radio trends of the day -- didn't catch on to until several years later. The most remarkable track here, outright, is the gorgeous, sailing, midnight groove 's warm production plays perfect complement to ' elegant yet very personable delivery of the song's simple, straightforward premise. The jazzy up-tempo number and -written title track are also particularly notable. A few tracks linger in the distance: are routine / workouts. But they're worth skipping over for the luster of the rest. sounds strong and clear throughout, crafting a unique brand of laid-back (think meets ). It's truly sad that her talent escaped the mainstream's eye, while far-less-capable vocalists such as went on to enjoy massively successful runs. ~ Justin M. Kantor