On this day May 21, 1985, Rick James released his eighth solo album Glow. The album delivered more of his signature mix of funk, soul and rock, continuing the musical energy that made him a standout during the 80s. Glow reached number 50 on the US Billboard charts and climbed to number 7 on the R&B charts, showing his continued dominance in the genre.
With tracks like Glow and Moonchild, Rick James maintained his reputation for bold, rhythm-heavy productions and charismatic performance. Although it didn’t match the crossover success of his earlier work, it solidified his standing in the R&B and funk scenes.
Fun fact: Rick James appeared on the cover of the Glow album holding a glowing orb in each hand, symbolizing the electric energy of his music.