The Chi-Lites are an American R&B and soul group formed in Chicago in 1959, achieving their greatest success in the early 1970s. The group, led by Eugene Record, became known for their smooth, sophisticated soul sound and romantic ballads. Their biggest hits included 'Have You Seen Her' and 'Oh Girl,' both of which topped the R&B charts and crossed over to pop success. The Chi-Lites' music featured lush orchestral arrangements, sweet harmonies, and Record's falsetto vocals. Songs like 'Stoned Out of My Mind' and 'Homely Girl' showcased their ability to craft memorable soul classics. The group's sound influenced the development of quiet storm and smooth soul. Despite lineup changes and Record's departure and return, The Chi-Lites continued performing. They represent classic Chicago soul at its most polished and romantic, creating timeless love songs that continue to be celebrated and sampled.
Chi-lites vinyl records (24)
THE CHI-LITES All I Wanna Do Is Make Love To You (1974 UK promotional 7 vinyl single with intact four prong centre also including Love Shock. Issued in a RCA company promotional die-cut paper sleeve the vinyl appears in Near Mint condition BR13) Track Listing: 1. Too Good To Be Forgotten 2. There Will Never Be Any Peace (Until God Is Seated At The Conference Table)
£9.00 used
THE CHI-LITES A Letter To Myself (1973 US 9-track LP with the single My Heart Just Keeps On Breakin front laminated picture sleeve. The gatefold sleeve with internal pocket shows light wear and the vinyl appears barely played BL754188) Track Listing: A Letter To Myself 5:30 Too Late To Turn Back Now 4:25 Just Two Teenage Kids (Still In Love) 5:56 Sally 3:36 Someone Elses Arms 4:11 We Need Order 5:20 Love Comes In All Sizes 5:58 My Heart Just Keeps On Breakin 4:05 You Smiled The Same Old Way 6:40
£14.00 used
THE CHI-LITES Happy Being Lonely (1976 US 9-track vinyl LP deletion-cut picture sleeve with company catalogue die-cut inner. The sleeve shows light wear and the vinyl is Excellent with just light signs of play SRM-1-1118) Track Listing: Happy Being Lonely Love Can Be Hazardous If Ive Ever Needed You Vanishing Love I Turn Away Let Your Love Fall Like Rain Dont Blame The World Message To The World Games People Play
£14.00 used
THE CHI-LITES Half A Love (1975 Japanese 10-track sample vinyl LP with custom promotional white labels one of the lesser spotted Chi-Lites records as the label was soon to slip into financial trouble picture sleeve with lyric insert and obi-strip. The sleeve shows light wear and the vinyl is Near Mint GP-179) Track Listing: Half A Love Here I Am I Never Had It So Good (And Felt So Bad) Living In The Footsteps Of Another Man When Temptation Comes Its Time For Love Take A Trip To The Islands Go Away Dream Im Not A Gambler Aint Too Much Of Nothin
£34.00 used