Sidney Joe Qualls
So Sexy
Written-By – Leon Tripplett, Levi Tripplett, Sanders
4:03
A2 Let The Woman Know
Written-By – Bo, Sanders
3:32
A3 I'll Run To Your Side
Written-By – Hatcher, Griffen, Grace
3:56
A4 I Don't Do This
Written-By – Mitchell
3:06
B1 Good Ol' Funky Music
Written-By – Rawls
6:44
B2 Bad Risk
Written-By – Clements, Mitchell
3:45
B4 Where Have You Been
Written-By – Mitchell
3:48
B5 I Could Be So Good For You
Written-By – Rush, Linde, Cullers, Cain
4:12
Label: 20th Century Fox Records – T-587
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Country: US
Released: 1979
Genre: R&B Soul
Style: Seventies Soul, Funk
Sydney Joe Qualls’ 1979 album So Sexy, released on Chi-Sound Records, is widely regarded as a masterful example of Windy City soul. Qualls, often compared to Al Green for his vocal delivery, balances raw funk with smooth, sensual balladry.
Critics praise Qualls’ ability to shift from a "dirty funk" grit to a high-register falsetto similar to Earth, Wind & Fire’s Phillip Bailey.
Produced by Sonny Sanders, the album is noted for its "meaty" horn and string arrangements typical of the Chicago soul sound.
Key Tracks:- "So Sexy": The standout title track, considered the peak of the album's sensual energy; "I Don't Do This": A cult classic favored by deep soul enthusiasts; "Good Ol' Funky Music": Highlighted for its upbeat, danceable energy; "I’ll Run To Your Side": Frequently cited as a top-tier soul ballad.
The album has seen several reissues, including a notable Japanese paper-sleeve edition on P-Vine and a 180g vinyl release by Demon Music Group.
The album holds high ratings across major music databases, including a 4.8/5 on Amazon UK and approximately 4.4/5 on Discogs.