11 Songs That Showcase Babyface’s Impact On R&B
When Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds emerged during the 1980s, he quickly became a power player in the music industry. Before he was recognized for solo hits like “Whip Appeal” and “Every […] The post 11 Songs That Showcase Babyface’s Impact On R&B appeared first on Essence.
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By Okla Jones ·Updated May 26, 2026 < /> Getting your Trinity Audio player ready… When ESSENCE Festival of Culture® in New Orleans this summer, we’re revisiting some of the greatest songs he either wrote or produced for other artists.
Boyz II Men – “End of the Road”
Whitney Houston – “Exhale (Shoop Shoop)”
Boyz II Men – “I’ll Make Love To You”
Toni Braxton – “Breathe Again
Toni Braxton – “You’re Makin’ Me High”
Whitney Houston – “I’m Your Baby Tonight”
Bobby Brown – “Every Little Step”
Brandy – “Sittin’ Up in My Room”
The Whispers – “Rock Steady”
Johnny Gill – “My, My, My”
Tevin Campbell – “Can We Talk”
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