Keith Sweat is a big fan of R&B singers that are doing what you could call "real R&B." Appearing on "The Wendy Williams Show" Monday, Sweat revealed his favorite R&B singers of today and that list includes Miguel.
"Miguel. He's really doing it for me because the R&B he's doing is not watered down. It's like everybody else is trying to do the pop thing. He's on that 'well I'm going to do R&B.' You can tell he's been listening to a lot of Marvin Gaye," Sweat told Williams.
Looking to Ne-Yo, Sweat respects him because he's always classy.
"Ne-Yo's a class act. I respect Ne-Yo because he's always classy. Every time you see him he's dressed. Every time I see him he acknowledges (me)," said Sweat.
In related news, Keith Sweat has released a new book titled "Make It Last Forever." The book covers his life and experiences with relationships, looking at the positive and negatives when it comes to dating and building a relationship.
"I've done a lot of do's and I've done a lot of don'ts," said Sweat. "Being younger, I've cheated. I've done a lot of don'ts."
"Make It Last Forever" is available now. You can watch Keith Sweat's interview with Wendy below:
Keith Sweat is a Grammy nominated R&B singer and songwriter who has been in the music industry for over 30 years. He’s released numerous albums, collaborated with many other artists, and even authored his very own book. Now he’s back again with more insight into the current state of R&B music and what it means to be an influential artist today. In this exclusive interview, Keith talks about how R&B has changed over time, why Miguel is so popular, and what inspired him to write his new book. Get ready to hear some real talk from one of the most beloved figures in modern day soul-pop!
In the wake of recent releases by top charting stars like The Weeknd, Bryson Tiller, Drake and others, Keith Sweat takes us on a journey through time as he reflects on how contemporary R&B songs have become “watered down” compared to those created during his heyday. With candor and wit Keith describes where things went wrong in the genre and how he feels about some of its biggest stars today – including Miguel.
Finally we get an inside look at Keith’s brand new memoir “Make It Last Forever: The Life And Times Of Kieth Sweat”, which reveals intimate details about his life growing up in Harlem alongside Afrika Bambaataa & Grandmaster Flash before launching a successful career that spans decades. Find out what makes this story unique amongst all the iconic stories being told right now in music history books!
Background On Keith Sweat
Keith Sweat is an R&B icon known for his classic hits like “Nobody” and “Twisted.” He’s been in the game since 1987, when he released his debut album Make It Last Forever. Since then, he has released nine studio albums and three compilations of greatest hits, as well as acted on shows such as The Jamie Foxx Show. In addition to music, Keith recently wrote a book titled Make it Last Forever: The Life and Times of Keith Sweat.
In a recent interview, Keith spoke about how today’s R&B scene differs from when he first started out. According to him, there’s too much influence from other genres like rap and EDM that have watered down the sound of traditional R&B. On the other hand though, he praised artists like Miguel who bring something special to the genre with their own unique style.
Overall, Keith still has plenty of respect for modern artists in the industry and appreciates those who are staying true to themselves by creating original content. He loves seeing them push boundaries while also respecting what makes R&B so great – soulful vocals combined with meaningful lyrics. As far as advice goes, he encourages people to stay focused on what they love doing and never give up no matter what obstacles come their way.
Summary Of Recent Interview
In the recent interview, Keith Sweat touched on a variety of topics, from how today’s R&B scene is different than when he first started to Miguel and his own book.
When reflecting on contemporary R&B music, Keith noted that there are too many other influences such as rap and EDM which has watered down the genre. He did however praise artists like Miguel for creating their own unique style and pushing boundaries without compromising traditional R&B sound – soulful vocals combined with meaningful lyrics.
Throughout the conversation, Keith emphasized staying focused on what you love doing and never giving up no matter the circumstances. His advice was to just keep going if faced with any challenges or obstacles along the way. Overall, it’s clear he still respects modern artists in the industry who stay true to themselves by producing original content.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Keith Sweat is an artist who has been able to stand the test of time. His music has evolved over the years and he prides himself on staying true to his core. In a recent interview, Sweat discussed ‘watered down R&B’, Miguel and his new book. He shared that there will always be a place for good music and praised Miguel for continuing to create great songs despite industry pressures. He also spoke about his upcoming book which will provide readers with insight into his life, career and advice from lessons learned along the way.
Sweat’s longevity in the music business is something many artists strive for but few achieve. His ability to stay relevant while still being true to himself is admirable and should serve as inspiration for future generations of artists. As long as we continue supporting real talent like Keith Sweat, our appreciation for classic R&B will never die out.
