Quincy Jones Feat Barry White, Al B Sure, El Debarge & James Ingram The Secret Garden Official

Quincy Jones conceptualized the song as a "musical one-act play" featuring four distinct characters that women might seek in a relationship:

: Acts as "Mr. Poet," providing a more seasoned, lyrical vocal performance. Quincy Jones conceptualized the song as a "musical

: The single reached number one on the Billboard Black Singles (now R&B) chart in March 1990. : Represents "Mr

: Represents "Mr. Erotic Animal," utilizing his high-tenor "sweet pipes" for sensual ad-libs. The "Back on the Block" Album Go to

: Back on the Block won seven Grammy Awards , including Album of the Year, cementing its place in music history. The "Back on the Block" Album Go to product viewer dialog for this item. Jones Quincy Back On The Block

The track was written by Quincy Jones, Rod Temperton, Siedah Garrett, and El DeBarge. Notably, Stevie Wonder was originally considered for one of the vocal spots, but James Ingram filled in when Wonder could not make the session.