At the heart of the track is Hewett's signature tenor—liquid-smooth yet capable of soaring, gospel-infused runs that feel both disciplined and deeply emotive. While his work with Shalamar often required him to share space with disco-funk arrangements, "I'm For Real" strips back the artifice, allowing his vocal "honesty and commitment" to take center stage.
This vulnerability resonated deeply with audiences, propelling the single to #2 on the Billboard R&B charts and establishing it as a staple for weddings and anniversaries. Legacy and Critical Reception Download File Howard Hewett - I'm For Real The ...
It features lush keyboard work from George Duke and precision rhythm from session greats like Paul Jackson Jr. and Tris Imboden. At the heart of the track is Hewett's
The track benefits from a stellar musical pedigree, produced by Hewett himself alongside jazz fusion legend Stanley Clarke . Legacy and Critical Reception It features lush keyboard
Howard Hewett 's 1986 solo debut, is more than just a transition from his days as the frontman of Shalamar ; it is a definitive statement of artistic identity that cemented his place as a premier balladeer of the Quiet Storm era. The Vocal Performance
