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Eric Benét Jordan (born October 15, 1966 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin) is an American R&B and gospel singer. His mother’s maiden name is his middle, in a scenario similar to Beyoncé.
Benét’s father loved classical music and inspired an interest in music in his son. By his teens, Eric had formed a vocal group with his sister and cousin called “Benét.” The group released a self-titled album in 1992 but only sold 70,000 copies possibly due to a lack of proper promotion by Capitol Records.
Also in 1992, Benét’s girlfriend, Tami Stauff, gave birth to a daughter they named India. The couple’s happiness was short-lived when 25-year old Tami was killed in a car accident on April 24, 1993.
In 1994, Benét signed with Warner Bros. Records, releasing his solo debut album, True to Myself, in fall (1996). His next album, A Day in the Life, was released in 1999; its first single, “Georgy Porgy (featuring Faith Evans)” received significant airplay, but the second single, “Spend My Life With You (featuring Tamia)”, became a smash hit. “Spend My Life With You” rose to number one on the American R&B charts, was certified gold, and nominated for a 2000 Grammy Award for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group. The album, A Day In The Life also won a Soul Train Music Award for Best R&B/Soul Album, Male. Benét also recorded for Earth, Wind, and Fire’s 30th anniversary CD.
Benét’s father loved classical music and inspired an interest in music in his son. By his teens, Eric had formed a vocal group with his sister and cousin called “Benét.” The group released a self-titled album in 1992 but only sold 70,000 copies possibly due to a lack of proper promotion by Capitol Records.
Also in 1992, Benét’s girlfriend, Tami Stauff, gave birth to a daughter they named India. The couple’s happiness was short-lived when 25-year old Tami was killed in a car accident on April 24, 1993.
In 1994, Benét signed with Warner Bros. Records, releasing his solo debut album, True to Myself, in fall (1996). His next album, A Day in the Life, was released in 1999; its first single, “Georgy Porgy (featuring Faith Evans)” received significant airplay, but the second single, “Spend My Life With You (featuring Tamia)”, became a smash hit. “Spend My Life With You” rose to number one on the American R&B charts, was certified gold, and nominated for a 2000 Grammy Award for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group. The album, A Day In The Life also won a Soul Train Music Award for Best R&B/Soul Album, Male. Benét also recorded for Earth, Wind, and Fire’s 30th anniversary CD.
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Poppalox wrote:
what I wouldn't give for his vocal range....
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vdreyer wrote:
Heads up to any neo soul fans out there in Los Angeles. Jennie Laws will be playing at The Dakota Lounge in Santa Monica this Friday, Aug 28th. Check out the youtube link below, as she really does have a great voice. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gtcls5MZ6yQ
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MARKOMC wrote:
Eric Benets Gorgy Porgy with Faith Evan is my ultimate favorite ... Its seriously one of my favorite songs ever! Classic!
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JOAONUJAZZSOUL wrote:
This Guy´s version for Toto´s Georgy Pory track is absolutely brilliant. Bought it on vinyl and cost me a fortune.
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Ricardosss wrote:
i don't even know this dude, but i just heard chocolate legs, and i love it =)
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DollaMac wrote:
Wow, despite having the correct tags, thanks for fucking up my charts with 'Benet' and then suggesting 'Benét' AFTER the fact. Jeez...[2]
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alphaseven wrote:
Wow, despite having the correct tags, thanks for fucking up my charts with 'Benet' and then suggesting 'Benét' AFTER the fact. Jeez...
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iamcyn wrote:
Spanish Fly! Oh my!
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nardz08 wrote:
love don't love me has always been a favourite of mine. the words touch a nerve..
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VivaciousDivah wrote:
I love this man! I know his tour with Dwele is CRAZY!! Can't wait to catch them on tour.
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Tiaandcoke wrote:
New album is out, it´s on it´s way to me. Can´t wait
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Madlocks wrote:
Eric Benet's music is beautifuland classic, he just gets better with time...
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Bobo444 wrote:
Making Love :)
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musickology wrote:
new album out,i hadnt even heard about!
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maxwellveli wrote:
NEW MAXWELL SONG! Finally! True Maxwell fans I heard a demo of a new Maxwell song. I heard from a inside source at the label that he is working with some producer named Fanatic who has produced Beyonce, Michael Jackson, Anthony Hamilton, Raheem DeVaughn. The song is on his youtube page. go to www.youtube.com/alphabigmama The song is called "Test Drive".
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musickology wrote:
this man doesnt even have 100,000 plays.huh?!
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NgApUhIzPhYnEsT wrote:
Georgy Porgy = <3
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MrStyle wrote:
Hurricane was a really good CD...no bad track on there. So underrated but this is what happens when you cheat on the most beautiful woman in hollywood.lol
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Make-It-Hot wrote:
Spend My Life With You & Georgy Porgy <3
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doshite wrote:
delicious voice.
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