That's The Way Of The World

Maurice White designed these tracks as a musical accompaniment to a motion picture, focusing on the spiritual path of a working group. The inclusion of Shining Star marked their initial chart-topping success, solidifying a distinctive fusion of jazz-inflected rhythms and cosmic R&B.

Mid-seventies recording techniques provided a sophisticated, lush quality that anchored heavy beats against detailed horn sections. The record balances an otherworldly atmosphere with accessible grooves, representing a high point for the band during that decade.