The Ballad Collection

Kool & The Gang has released several other compliation albums, but this definitely ranks as their best. Although they are known for their funky, up-tempo dance tracks, Kool & The Gang have released many popular ballads as well. "Cherish" is definitely their signature ballad, as it received tons of airplay during the '80's and still frequents old school radio stations as well. Its cross-over appeal to a variety of audiences made it a huge hit in its time. "Joanna" was another hit that hit the radio frequently in the early '80's, but didn't quite it the public market like the aforementioned hit.