Sex And The Single Man

"Sex and the Single Man" is an album by Ray Parker Jr., released in 1985. It's an interesting piece in Parker's discography for several reasons.

Firstly, the album captures Parker during a transitional phase in his career. While he was widely known for his landmark hit "Ghostbusters," released a year earlier, "Sex and the Single Man" allowed him to showcase his versatility beyond just the theme of supernatural comedy films. The album continued to explore Parker's adeptness at blending R&B with pop sensibilities.

Thematically, "Sex and the Single Man" delves into topics related to love, relationships, and bachelorhood, approached with Parker's characteristic humor and wit. The title itself is a playful nod that echoes Helen Gurley Brown's famous book "Sex and the Single Girl," though through the lens of Parker's smooth and sometimes cheeky musical style.

Musically, the album is noted for its tight production and Parker's skillful guitar work, indicative of his solid musicianship honed since his earliest days performing with the likes of Barry White and working as a session guitarist for Stevie Wonder.

One of the standout tracks from the album is "Girls Are More Fun." This track, in particular, exemplifies the album's mood with its upbeat tempo and catchy hooks, epitomizing Parker's knack for creating toe-tapping tunes that retain both lyrical wit and musical charm.

While it didn't achieve the same commercial heights as "Ghostbusters," "Sex and the Single Man" remains a testament to Ray Parker Jr.'s artistry and the broader music landscape of the mid-1980s, which favored a dynamic mix of pop and R&B. It illustrates Parker's ability to craft songs that were not only rhythmic and relatable but also fun, whimsical snapshots of life and relationships.