Lionel Richie
In his heyday of the early and mid-'80s, Lionel Richie was one of the biggest pop stars in the world, trading in a funk/R&B past as founding member of the Commodores for a slick, ballad-heavy sound that showcased his smooth, melodic approach as a songwriter.
Lionel Richie: Smooth '80s Balladeer
In his heyday of the early and mid-'80s, Lionel Richie was one of the biggest pop stars in the world, trading in a funk/R&B past as founding member of the Commodores for a slick, ballad-heavy sound that showcased his smooth, melodic approach as a songwriter.
In his heyday of the early and mid-'80s, Lionel Richie was one of the biggest pop stars in the world, trading in a funk/R&B past as founding member of the Commodores for a slick, ballad-heavy sound that showcased his smooth, melodic approach as a songwriter.
Top 7 Lionel Richie Songs of the '80s
For better or worse, few things scream “'80s” quite like the songs of Lionel Richie. Even for listeners who fancied themselves sophisticated music fans, Richie’s biggest hits formed a semi-permanent soundtrack inside their brains. Here’s a look at a few of the smooth singer’s best, the ones you might not have to be ashamed of enjoying.
For better or worse, few things scream “'80s” quite like the songs of Lionel Richie. Even for listeners who fancied themselves sophisticated music fans, Richie’s biggest hits formed a semi-permanent soundtrack inside their brains. Here’s a look at a few of the smooth singer’s best, the ones you might not have to be ashamed of enjoying.