Boyz Ii Men - Motownphilly Page
Directed by Wayne Isham, the video showcased the group's synchronized choreography and polished "preppy" fashion style. Production Credits Artists Nathan Morris, Wanya Morris, Shawn Stockman, Michael McCary Producer Dallas Austin Label Motown Records Songwriters
The title "Motownphilly" is a portmanteau of two of the group's biggest influences: Motown (1960s soul) and Philly soul (1970s Philadelphia sound). Boyz II Men - Motownphilly
Dallas Austin, Michael Bivins, Nathan Morris, Shawn Stockman Directed by Wayne Isham, the video showcased the
It was a major commercial success, peaking at #3 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and #4 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. Filmed in December 1990, the Official Music Video
Filmed in December 1990, the Official Music Video is a celebration of the group's hometown of Philadelphia:
Includes appearances by Questlove (before he became famous with The Roots), and members of Another Bad Creation (ABC) and Bell Biv DeVoe (BBD) .
"Motownphilly" was the breakout debut single for the American R&B vocal group , released in April 1991 . It served as the lead track for their multi-platinum debut album, Cooleyhighharmony , and effectively introduced the "New Jack Swing" era of vocal harmony to a global audience. Song Composition and Impact