George McCrae - I Can't Leave You Alone
- Artist George McCrae
- Title I Can't Leave You Alone
- Label Jay Boy
- Catalogue No BOY 90
- Format 7''
- Genre Funk Soul
- Media Condition Very Good Plus (VG+)
- Sleeve Condition Generic
Year Released: 1974
Genre: Soul / Funk / Miami Soul
Description:
“I Can’t Leave You Alone” by George McCrae is a lush Miami soul groover released in 1974 on Jay Boy Records (UK) and TK Records (US) — following the massive international success of “Rock Your Baby.”
Driven by a smooth, syncopated rhythm and McCrae’s distinctive falsetto, the track blends elements of early disco, soul, and funk, produced by Harry Wayne Casey and Richard Finch of KC and the Sunshine Band fame. The song’s relaxed yet insistent groove exemplifies the Miami sound — soulful vocals riding atop warm basslines and light, percussive textures.
Although it didn’t reach the same chart heights as “Rock Your Baby,” “I Can’t Leave You Alone” became a club favorite across Europe and the UK, admired for its effortless vibe and rich production. Today, it stands as a quintessential example of mid-’70s Miami soul, balancing emotion and dancefloor sophistication.
