Winner In You

Patti LaBelle expanded her reach with this 1986 release, which paired her strong soul voice with the glossy, synth-driven production popular at the time. A duet with Michael McDonald helped establish her position as a solo artist.

The music relies on shimmering synthesizers, drum machines, and vocal runs to build its sound. It balances upbeat dance songs with emotional ballads, creating a style that defines the rhythm and blues output of the middle eighties.