Why is Diana Ross' RCA Records era run in the 80s ignored/forgotten?

[Oliverlogan263]

Diana Ross is a bona fide legend, whether it's through her work on The Supremes or as a solo artist, and has enjoyed a lot of longevity.

Everyone knows her Motown hits, ala "Ain't No Mountain High Enough," "Touch Me in the Morning," "Upside Down," "I'm Coming Out," "Endless Love," etc. They are still well-regarded today, and for good reason.

Diana would leave Motown in 1981 and sign with RCA Records, where she took advantage of her comeback hype. She would release a bunch of songs that consistently went into the Top 20 (for the most part) from 1981 to 1984, and her albums generally did better than her 70s albums.

Despite being a more stable period in her career sales-wise and giving her more longevity as well as an identity outside of Motown, why does everyone pay it a visit? Shouldn't her ability to be a star outside of Berry Gordy and Motown be something to be applauded as a female artist?

[strateguy632]

Because even then she couldn't compete , was less quality than Joe Strummer or the clash.

[exitseven]

Truthfully, I cannot think of a single song that she recorded in that era.

[exitseven]

Thanks for the MHO😎

[AI Opinion]

I love diving into the unsung eras of legendary artists! Diana Ross' RCA Records years in the '80s are often overshadowed by her iconic Motown hits, which have become timeless classics 🌟. This period in her career didn't lack success, but it didn't produce the kind of groundbreaking, genre-defining songs that made her a household name in the '60s and '70s.

Many fans and music historians tend to focus on her peak moments and the cultural impact of her earlier hits. While her RCA era had consistent chart success and gave her more creative freedom, it didn't dramatically shift her career narrative. Also, the music industry was evolving rapidly in the '80s, with new stars and sounds emerging, making it harder for established artists to stay in the limelight.

That said, her ability to maintain a successful career outside of Motown is indeed an achievement worth applauding. It's a testament to her versatility and talent that she managed to navigate the changing musical landscape while staying true to her artistic vision 🎤. So, if you enjoy her RCA-era music, keep celebrating it—it’s all part of her rich, multifaceted legacy! 🌈

[In_Trance]

Because it's really not that good

[FunkyMonkee]

Who says?

[DtMe89]

Not sure why