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Happy Anniversary, TLC’s CrazySexyCool!

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It’s hard to believe that it has been almost 25 years since we have enjoyed the ground breaking album, 1994’s ‘CrazySexyCool‘, which broke down the barriers for many of todays music acts and enabled R&B to crossover into the mainstream!

TLC followed up their hugely successful 1992 debut album ‘Ooooooohhh… on the TLC Tip‘ with a more laid back, grown and sexy approach with the help of Jermaine Dupri, Organized Noize, Diddy, JonJohn, Babyface and Dallas Austin.

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In between the recording of the album, Left Eye‘s personal life became headline news when her relationship with Atlanta Falcon’s footballer Andre Rison went up in flames, literally!

Lisa accidentally burnt down Andre’s mansion while merely trying to torch a set of tennis shoes in the bathtub after a dispute between the two. She was arrested and sentenced to rehab after the event.

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While on the way to the diversion center, Lisa saw a rainbow in the sky. It went on to be the inspiration behind her rap in the record breaking and probably the most important song of the 90s, ‘Waterfalls‘!

Despite selling more than 10 million copies in the US alone, becoming the first group to earn an RIAA diamond-certified album, TLC filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy following the revelation of their not so great contracts with their label and former manager.

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Left Eye’s personal affairs clearly boosted interest and sales of the single and album, but the music speaks for itself.

The quality of the songs were of a high standard, merged with the unique style and chemistry of T-Boz, Chilli and Left Eye made this timeless album stand the test of time, remaining just as important to the world today as it was back in 1994!

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Fans are hoping to one day see a re-release of this epic album, either with some bonus tracks and remixes added, or maybe a completely re-recorded or live version of the album!

We’d love to see a CrazySexyCool tour in 2019 to celebrate 25 years of CrazySexyCool!

Thank you for being Crazy, Sexy and Cool, TLC!

Listen to the album in full on Spotify!

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Remembering: TLC “Rainbow”

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TLC are loved all over the world, but their fanbase in Japan is very special! So the fans in Japan very often get releases before the rest of the world, and sometimes they get exclusive songs!

Which brings us onto “Rainbow“, which was released in 2012 in Japan, as part of a tribute for the legendary group L’Arc En Ciel, who were celebrating 20 years in the music business.

Their original song was called “Niji” in their native language. TLC sang the song in English and made the song even more special!

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TLC set to premiere new songs on overseas tour

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T-Boz has hinted that TLC may do some new songs from the long awaited 5th album on their Australian tour in November!

This hope was further solidified when she gave fans a glimpse of her discussing visuals for the revamped tour to feature new songs like No Introduction as part of the set!

Something for all fans to look forward to! Especially those of you lucky enough to be attending the new shows!

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Left Eye’s Block Party released this week in 2001!

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Left Eye’s quirky debut solo single was released on all physical formats this week in 2001 in the UK!

The single failed to make an impact in the US, but it enjoyed moderate success in Europe, Australia and most notably in the UK, where it went on to reach #16 after its release on October 15, 2001.

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The Dallas Austin remix on the single features an additional rap verse!

The first single from the Supernova album was intended to be “Hot”, but was changed at the last minute by LA Reid.

Unfortunately, Lisa’s live performance of The Block Party on Top of the Pops was canceled after the September 11 attacks in New York City.

Check out the fun and vibrant Block Party music video!

Left Eye gave us a glimpse of her ‘Hot’ single when she performed with TLC on MTV 20: Live And Almost Legal in 2001. She performed her Waterfalls rap over her Hot instrumental!