
The song features a vibrant, danceable rhythm and includes a notable vibraphone solo by Roy Ayers, adding a unique texture to the track. At 7 minutes and 16 seconds for the album version (with a shorter 4:16 single edit), "Dance wit' Me" provides an extended groove for listeners and dancers alike.
Upon its release on April 22, 1982, "Dance wit' Me" achieved significant success on the charts. It peaked at number three on the Billboard R&B Singles chart, demonstrating its popularity within the R&B community. The song also crossed over to the mainstream, reaching number sixty-four on the Billboard Hot 100. Additionally, it performed well on the US dance chart, climbing to number seven.
"Dance wit' Me" exemplifies Rick James's ability to create infectious, funk-driven dance tracks that resonated with audiences in the early 1980s. It remains a notable entry in James's discography, showcasing his songwriting and production skills during a highly successful period of his career.
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