SisQó: I was not really approached to do a solo album, basically what happened, it was right around the time all of the labels were consolidating. VIBE: When were you first approached to record a solo album and what’s the backstory behind that? With twenty years having passed since its release, VIBE spoke with SisQó about recording Unleash the Dragon, struggling to make the transition as a solo artist, the lasting impact of “Thong Song,” label drama and much more. ![]() He also began making waves with his songwriting, most notably his work for fellow DMV native Mýa, whose first two singles, “It’s All About Me” and “Movin’ On,” were powered by his penmanship. By that point, SisQó had emerged as the breakout star of the group, with his distinct vocals and palpable charisma quickly catching on with fans. Comprised of SisQó, Jazz, Woody, and Nokio, Dru Hill stormed the charts in 1996 with their self-titled debut, which struck platinum off the strength of hits like “Tell Me,” “In My Bed,” “Never Make a Promise,” and “5 Steps.” Riding high off the success of their debut, Dru Hill hit the movie soundtrack circuit hard, contributing singles for Soul Food (“We’re Not Making Love No More”) and How to Be a Player (“Big Bad Mama”) the following year. Among these new jacks was Dru Hill, a quartet out of Baltimore, Maryland with vocal chops reminiscent of the ensembles of yesteryear. The late ’90s was a magical time for R&B, with a plethora of talented acts infiltrating the genre.
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