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Jermaine Stewart

Jermaine Stewart was an American R&B singer who gained widespread fame in the mid-to-late 1980s with his infectious dance hits and distinctive voice. Born on September 7, 1957, in Columbus, Ohio, Stewart moved to Chicago with his family where he would eventually foster his love for music and dance. Before embarking on a solo career, he was a dancer on the television show "Soul Train" and sang background vocals for the band Shalamar.

Stewart's solo career took off with his 1984 debut album "The Word Is Out," showcasing his upbeat pop and R&B style. However, it was his 1986 hit single "We Don't Have To Take Our Clothes Off," from the album "Frantic Romantic," that catapulted him to international stardom. The track became an anthem for the party scene of the era, celebrated for its catchy melody and memorable, chaste lyrics that emphasized enjoying nightlife without the pressure to engage in sexual activity. Stewart continued to release music throughout the late '80s, with albums like "Say It Again" which included a number of successful singles. His style and influence remained evident, even after his untimely death in 1997, leading to posthumous appreciation works like "A Tribute to Jermaine Stewart 'Attention'" that celebrate his legacy. Stewart's charm and contributions to the dance-pop genre have solidified his place as an enduring figure in the music industry, remembered for not just his hits but also for his ebullient personality and performances that reflect the exuberant zeitgeist of the 1980s.

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