Makin' Happy

Crystal Waters

About Makin' Happy

"Makin' Happy" is a song by American singer Crystal Waters from her debut studio album Surprise (1991). It was released in November 1991 as the second single from Surprise. The song achieved moderate success in European countries, but spent one week at number one on the US Billboard Dance Club Songs chart.


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1991
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Crystal Waters

Crystal Waters (born October 10, 1964) is an American dance music singer and songwriter. more »

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Genre Classification
"Makin' Happy" is a song from the House music genre with a specific focus on dance music, specifically a sub-genre named as 'deep house'.
Release Date
The song was initially released in the year 1991, making it an early 90's hit.
Iconic Producer
"Makin' Happy" was produced by famous musician Teddy Riley.
Album Information
"Makin' Happy" comes from Crystal Water's debut album titled "Surprise" which consisted of nine tracks in total.
Song Legacy
Although not her most famous single, "Makin' Happy" contributed to the rise of Crystal Waters, who is considered to date one of the most influential artists in the house and dance music genres.
Chart Performance
"Makin' Happy" made a mark on the US Dance Club Songs chart where it topped the chart at number one towards the end of 1991.
Lyrics Theme
The lyrics of "Makin' Happy" are seen as empowering and uplifting, representing a strong feminine point of view.
Song Impact
The song helped bring the house music genre to a more mainstream level, opening the door for numerous artists who would follow in Crystal Waters' footsteps.
Innovation Contribution
"Makin' Happy" is known for its innovative and unique blend of deep house rhythm with gospel-influenced vocals.
Notable Recognition
The song is also recognized for its innovative music video, which features Waters singing and dancing in an animated cityscape.

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