Richard Jon Smith
Richard Jon Smith
Producer – Darryl Payne, Keith Diamond
Written-By – K. Diamond, M. Muhammad
4:56
A2 Love Is What I'm After
Producer – Darryl Payne
Written-By – D. Payne, R. J. Smith
4:55
A3 Stay With Me Tonight
Producer – Clive Calder, Lynton Naiff
Written-By – M. Denne, R. J. Smith
5:58
A4 Hold On To My Love
Producer – Clive Calder, Lynton Naiff
Written-By – R. J. Smith
3:18
B1 Baby's Got Another
Producer – Darryl Payne, Keith Diamond
Written-By – K. Diamond
4:06
B2 This Is The Moment
Producer – Willesden Dodgers
Written-By – R. J. Smith
3:49
B3 Don't Go Walking Out That Door
Producer – John Kongos
Written-By – J. Weinstein, J. Bithorn, R. J. Smith
6:31
B4 How I Miss You
Producer – Clive Calder, Lynton Naiff
Written-By – B. Fairweather, M. Page
3:37
Label: Jive – JL 8 8097
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Country: US
Released: 1983
Genre: R&B Soul
Style: Eighties Soul, Funk, Boogie
Richard Jon Smith ’s 1983 self-titled album is a cornerstone of 80s groove, blending funk, soul, and disco boogie. Released on the Jive label, it marked a significant moment in the South African star's international career after he moved to England.
The album is defined by boogie, funk, and disco influences. It features upbeat, rhythmic tracks alongside smooth R&B ballads. Standout Tracks:
"Baby’s Got Another": A "head-bobbing" track written by Keith Diamond (who later wrote Billy Ocean's "Caribbean Queen").
"She’s the Master (Of the Game)": A popular disco-leaning track frequently cited as an album highlight.
"Stay with Me Tonight": Another central groove track from the original release.
"How I Miss You": A "lovely ballad" noted for its potential to reach adult R&B audiences, though it was never released as a single.
Reviewers have praised Smith's "very good voice" and professional delivery. While some critique certain production choices—like the repetitive chorus of "Don’t Go Walking Out That Door"—the consensus is that the album is one of the finest 80s grooves.