Latimore’s ‘Slow Down’ Still Hit Potential 8.24.’26-8.10 PM

Story by: Gail NoblesPhoto: Lioneldecoster - OwnUsage: Wikipedia CC BY 3.Latimore’s “Slow Down (But Don’t Stop)” is an R&B and soul recording released in 1988 as the title track and opening song of his Slow Down album on Malaco Records. Written by Jimmy Lewis, the song features Latimore’s deep, smooth vocals over a classic late-1980s soul-blues arrangement.The song was not a major national Billboard hit, but that does not take away from its musical appeal. “Slow Down (But Don’t Stop)” has the kind of soulful message and groove that can still connect with listeners today.I don’t know why the song wasn’t a bigger hit when it was released. In my opinion, it could become a big hit today if another artist recorded it as a cover. Sometimes a great song simply needs another voice, another generation, or a new musical setting to give it another opportunity.Latimore’s recording remains a reminder that not every good song becomes a major chart hit—and some songs may still have another chapter waiting to be written.I'm Gail Nobles. Thank you for listening to Podcast & Blues.Blues Music