Cameo - I Want It Now (12" Single) (1990) Vinyl • PROMO • Remix, Larry Blackmon

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PROMO text on label. Vinyl plays with occasional light-crackles (play-graded). 12" Single. Cover has a few creases near edges, moderate scuffing, surface impressions and abrasions (front/back). Inner-sleeve is original (generic white); some tears to center hole. Spine is partly readable with wear and a slight curling. Some shelf-wear along top/bottom-edge and corners. Opening is crisp with signs of light use and divots. (Not a cut-out.)

Tracks:

1. I Want It Now (12" Edit)
2. I Want It Now (Rough Mix)
3. I Want It Now (Then Dub)
4. I Want It Now (Now Dub)

About The Record:

I Want It Now (12" Single), by Cameo, is a 12-inch vinyl single featuring multiple extended and remixed versions of the title track from their album Real Men... Wear Black, emphasizing the band's enduring funk style with heavy basslines and groovy rhythms. The release stands out with its four distinct takes: the I Want It Now (12" Edit) at 6:46, I Want It Now (Rough Mix) at 5:15, I Want It Now (Then Dub) at 5:15, and I Want It Now (Now Dub) at 5:20, showcasing innovative dub and remix variations produced by Larry Blackmon and remixed by Dave Ogren for club and DJ appeal. A unique aspect is the inclusion of two dub mixes, providing instrumental-focused explorations that highlight Cameo's production creativity in the late funk era. The lead track I Want It Now remains a fan-favorite among enthusiasts for its infectious energy and bold, demanding lyrics. It became a hit single, reaching No. 5 on the US Billboard Hot R&B Singles chart.