Keep On Walkin' (song) explained

Keep On Walkin'
Cover:CCP KOW single.jpg
Type:single
Artist:CeCe Peniston
Album:Finally
B-Side:Medley
Genre:
Length: (album version)
Label:A&M
Producer:Steve "Silk" Hurley
Prev Title:We Got a Love Thang
Prev Year:1992
Next Year:1992

"Keep On Walkin'" is a song by American musician CeCe Peniston, recorded for her debut album, Finally (1992), on A&M Records. Written by Steve Hurley, Marc Williams and Kym Sims, it was released in May 1992 as the singer's third single from the album and was her third number one on the US Billboard Hot Dance Music/Club Play chart. The single additionally peaked at number three on the US R&B chart, number 15 on the Hot 100, and number 10 in the United Kingdom.

"Special Extended" remix version of the track was later issued on "I'm in the Mood" single release.

Critical reception

Craig Lytle from AllMusic stated that the song "has a swingin' hip-hop edge with house music flair."[1] J.D. Considine from The Baltimore Sun remarked the "Teena Marie-style delivery" that Peniston lends "Keep On Walkin'".[2] Larry Flick from Billboard wrote, "Though "We Got a Love Thang" fell somewhat short of A&M's pop expectations, this easy-going jack/funk affair from Peniston's excellent debut album, Finally, proves that the game is far from over." He added, "She delivers an assertive vocal that recalls early Teena Marie, while producer Steve "Silk" Hurley tempers the beats with a memorable melody and a fluid sax solo. Way cool for several formats."[3] Clark and DeVaney from Cashbox felt that the production "is very catchy and sets another pattern for a song that can be classified as pop, dance and R&B. Her vocals are very clear and smooth, matching up with the music perfectly."[4]

Pan-European magazine Music & Media noted that after the "demanding dance beats" of her breakthrough hit, "the pace slows down a bit." They added, "In comparison the composition may be a bit weak, but her tremendous vocals carry it across."[5] Andy Beevers from Music Week commented, "Although not as impressive as "Finally" or "Love Thang", this soulful track should still score that all important third hit for Ce Ce."[6] James Hamilton from the RM Dance Update described it as a "soulfully wailed jaunty jiggler".[7] Bunny Sawyer from Smash Hits wrote, "Though nothing can ever top the complete fabulousness that was "Finally", there's a funny squibbly noise in this that raises it above your normal house stomper. Summery and well-behaved, it coaxes you into your dancing slippers rather than walloping you round the head with them."[8] Charles Aaron from Spin said that the singer and producer "revived R&B lickety-split with this undeniable strut."[9]

Music awards and nominations

ASCAP Awards

Billboard Music Video Awards

Track listings and formats

  1. "Keep On Walkin'" (LP Version) - 4:30
  2. "Keep On Walkin'" (Silky Soul 7") - 4:09
  1. "Keep On Walkin'" (7" Version) - 3:43
  2. "Keep On Walkin'" (Silky Soul 7") - 4:09
  1. "Keep On Walkin'" (LP Edit) - 3:58
  2. "Keep On Walkin'" (Silky Soul 7") - 4:09
  1. "Keep On Walkin'" (LP Edit) - 3:58
  2. "Keep On Walkin'" (Silky Soul 7") - 4:09
  3. "Medley" ("Finally"/"We Got a Love Thang") - 3:09
  1. "Keep On Walkin'" (LP Edit) - 3:58
  2. "Keep On Walkin'" (Silky Soul 7") - 4:09
  3. "Keep On Walkin'" (Hard Urban 7") - 4:25
  4. "Medley" ("Finally"/"We Got a Love Thang") - 3:09
  1. "Keep On Walkin'" (Silky Soul 12") - 6:25
  2. "Keep On Walkin'" (LP Version) - 4:30
  3. "Keep On Walkin'" (Silky Soul Dub) - 5:51
  4. "Keep On Walkin'" (Maurice's Underground Vox) - 6:05
  5. "Keep On Walkin'" (E-Smoove Groovy Mix) - 6:15
  1. "Keep On Walkin'" (12" Original Mix) - 5:04
  2. "Keep On Walkin'" (Silky Soul 12") - 6:25
  3. "Keep On Walkin'" (Silky Soul Dub) - 5:51
  4. "Keep On Walkin'" (Maurice's Underground Vox) - 6:05
  5. "Keep On Walkin'" (Maurice's Underground Dub) - 6:25
  6. "Keep On Walkin'" (E-Smoove Groovy Mix) - 6:15
  1. "Keep On Walkin'" (Silky Soul 12") - 6:25
  2. "Keep On Walkin'" (Maurice's Underground Vox) - 6:05
  3. "Keep On Walkin'" (E-Smoove Groovy Mix) - 6:15
  4. "Keep On Walkin'" (Hard Urban 12" Mix without Rap) - 5:52
  5. "Keep On Walkin'" (12" Original Mix) - 5:04
  6. "Keep On Walkin'" (LP Edit) - 3:58
  1. "Keep On Walkin'" (7" Version) - 3:43
  2. "Keep On Walkin'" (12" Original Mix) - 5:04
  3. "Keep On Walkin'" (Silky Soul 7") - 4:09
  4. "Keep On Walkin'" (Silky Soul 12") - 6:26
  5. "Keep On Walkin'" (Maurice's Underground Vox) - 6:05
  6. "Keep On Walkin'" (Silky Soul Dub) - 5:52

Credits and personnel

Management

Production

Personnel

Charts

Weekly charts

Chart (1992) Peak
position
Australia (ARIA)[25] 123
Belgium (Ultratop Flanders)[26] 31
Belgium (VRT Top 30)[27] 30
Canada Top Singles (RPM)[28] 67
Canada Dance/Urban (RPM)1
Europe (European Dance Radio)[29] 7
Ireland (IRMA)[30] 17
Netherlands (Dutch Top 40)[31] 44
Netherlands (Single Top 100)41
UK Singles (OCC)[32] 10
UK Dance (Music Week)[33] 2
US Billboard Hot 100[34] 15
US Dance Club Songs (Billboard)1
US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)3
US Rhythmic Airplay Chart (Billboard)19
US Cash Box Top 100[35] 12

Year-end charts

Chart (1992) Position
American Top 40[36] 46
UK Top Singles (Music Week)[37] 121
US Top Pop Singles (Billboard)61
US Top Dance Music Club Play (Billboard)32
US Top R&B Singles (Billboard)37
US Cash Box Top 100100

Release history

RegionDateFormat(s)Label(s)
United StatesMay 5, 1992A&M
United KingdomMay 11, 1992[38]

Reissues

Keep On Flossing
Cover:Keep on Flossing.jpg
Type:single
Artist:L.C and CeCe Peniston
Producer:Remix

Ramos

"Keep On Flossing"

On August 9, 2011, Peniston released a re-recorded version of the song "Keep On Flossing", as a duet with fellow West Swagg Music Group rapper Lavon Collins self-called as L.C. (The One).[39]

Track listings

MD, US, #[40]

  1. "Keep On Flossing" (Radio Version) - 3:26

Additional credits

Production

Personnel

See also

References

General

Specific

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Craig . Lytle . CeCe Peniston – Finally . . November 5, 2020 .
  2. [J.D. Considine|Considine, J.D.]
  3. Larry. Flick. Single Reviews. Billboard. May 16, 1992. January 25, 2018. Larry Flick.
  4. Randy . Clark . Bryan . DeVaney . Music Reviews: Singles . . May 16, 1992 . 5 . November 1, 2020 .
  5. New Releases: Singles . . June 20, 1992 . 11 . October 22, 2020 .
  6. Andy . Beevers . Dance: Pick of the Week . . May 9, 1992 . 10 . October 2, 2020.
  7. James . Hamilton . DJ Directory: Out On Monday . Music Week, in Record Mirror (Dance Update Supplemental insert) . May 16, 1992 . 8 . October 2, 2020 . James Hamilton (DJ and journalist).
  8. Bunny . Sawyer . New Singles . . May 13, 1992 . 56 . October 6, 2020.
  9. Charles. Aaron. Singles. Spin. January 1993. 70. January 25, 2023. Charles Aaron.
  10. Web site: 'Steve "Silk" Hurley - Biography. March 2007. He received ASCAP Writer's Awards for "Keep On Walkin'", "Too Blind To See It" and "I'm Not Over You. Silk Entertainment. home.comcast.net. Comcast Interactive Media. March 20, 2011. dead. https://web.archive.org/web/20110629170142/https://home.comcast.net/~sportscenter1/SilkBio032107.pdf. June 29, 2011.
  11. Peniston Leads Nominees For Billboard Music Video Awards. October 17, 1992. Billboard. 79. Nielsen Business Media. March 19, 2011.
  12. Web site: CeCe Peniston - "Keep On Walkin'" - 7", UK, #AM 878. Discogs. 1992 . discogs.com. Zink Media. March 21, 2015.
  13. Web site: CeCe Peniston - "Keep On Walkin'" - 7", FR, #AM878. Discogs. 1992 . discogs.com. Zink Media. March 21, 2015.
  14. Web site: CeCe Peniston - "Keep On Walkin'" - 7", EU & UK, #AM 878/390878-7. Discogs. 1992 . discogs.com. Zink Media. March 21, 2015.
  15. Web site: CeCe Peniston - "Keep On Walkin'" - CD, FR, 390 889 2. Discogs. 1992 . discogs.com. Zink Media. March 21, 2015.
  16. Web site: CeCe Peniston - "Keep On Walkin'" - CS, UK, #AMMC 878. Discogs. 1992 . discogs.com. Zink Media. March 21, 2015.
  17. Web site: CeCe Peniston - "Keep On Walkin'" - CD, AU, #580 006-2. Discogs. 1992 . discogs.com. Zink Media. March 21, 2015.
  18. Web site: CeCe Peniston - "Keep On Walkin'" - CS, US, #75021 1598 4. Discogs. 1992 . discogs.com. Zink Media. March 21, 2015.
  19. Web site: CeCe Peniston - "Keep On Walkin'" - 12", US, #75021 7282 1. Discogs. 1992 . discogs.com. Zink Media. March 21, 2015.
  20. Web site: CeCe Peniston - "Keep On Walkin'" - 12", NL, #390 878 1. Discogs. 1992 . discogs.com. Zink Media. March 21, 2015.
  21. Web site: CeCe Peniston - "Keep On Walkin'" - 12", UK, #AMY878. Discogs. 1992 . discogs.com. Zink Media. March 21, 2015.
  22. Web site: CeCe Peniston - "Keep On Walkin'" - 12", UK, #AMY 878/390 878-1. Discogs. 1992 . discogs.com. Zink Media. March 21, 2015.
  23. Web site: CeCe Peniston - "Keep On Walkin'" - 12", US, #75021 2399 1. Discogs. 1992 . discogs.com. Zink Media. March 21, 2015.
  24. Web site: CeCe Peniston - "Keep On Walkin'" - MCD, EU & UK, #AMCD 878/390878-2. Discogs. 1992 . discogs.com. Zink Media. March 21, 2015.
  25. Web site: Response from ARIA re: chart inquiry, received 24 May 2016. Imgur.com. May 24, 2016.
  26. Web site: CeCe Peniston - Belgium (Flanders) - Singles. Ultratop. ultratop.be. Hung Medien. March 21, 2015. Keep On Walkin' #31.
  27. Web site: CeCe Peniston - "Keep On Walkin'" - Belgium (in Dutch) . . top30-2.radio2.be . . June 27, 1992 .
    1. 16
    . March 20, 2011 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20120409063716/http://top30-2.radio2.be/#/search/Bryan_Adams . April 9, 2012 .
  28. For peak positions of "Keep On Walkin'" single in Canadian RPM 100 chart, use the first link. For its peak position in RPM 10 Dance/Urban chart, use the second link. Note: Up to 1994 RPM published only Top 10 positions for dance/urban category, since 1995 Top 30 list is effective.
    • Web site: CeCe Peniston - "Keep On Walkin'" - RPM Hit Tracks - Canada.
      1. 67
      . August 8, 1992. RPM. collectionscanada.gc.ca. Library and Archives Canada. March 20, 2011. https://web.archive.org/web/20121020044739/http://www.collectionscanada.gc.ca/rpm/028020-119.01-e.php?&file_num=nlc008388.1966&type=1&interval=50&PHPSESSID=0rtahbkkaef93u0obmeuhrvor6. October 20, 2012. dead.
    • Web site: CeCe Peniston - "Keep On Walkin'" - RPM Dance/Urban - Canada.
      1. 1
      . August 1, 1992. RPM. collectionscanada.gc.ca. Library and Archives Canada. March 20, 2011. https://web.archive.org/web/20121020044749/http://www.collectionscanada.gc.ca/rpm/028020-119.01-e.php?&file_num=nlc008388.2005&type=1&interval=50&PHPSESSID=0rtahbkkaef93u0obmeuhrvor6. October 20, 2012. dead.
  29. European Dance Radio. Music & Media. July 4, 1992. 22. October 31, 2021.
  30. For the peak position of "Keep On Walkin'" in Ireland, search either by the song's title, or the artist's name using the following link.
  31. For peak positions of "Keep On Walkin'" single in the Netherlands, follow the Dutch Top 40, or the Single Top 100 link, depending on a preferred chart list. Both are considered as the official charts in the country, however 'Nederlands Top 40' does not provide an albums chart. Note: "Keep On Walkin'" scored at #4 in Dutch 'Tipparade' list that compiles 30 records that did not enter the Dutch Top 40 list (ie. similar to US Billboard Bubbling Under Hot 100). Therefore, #4 in Dutch 'Tipparade' equals to #44 in Nederlandse Top 40.
  32. For peak positions of "Keep On Walkin'" single in UK, choose the singles link, or the OfficialCharts.com link to view full run of the single in England.
  33. Top 60 Dance Singles . . May 23, 1992 . 20 . September 29, 2020.
  34. For peak positions of "Keep On Walkin'" in USA, use the general links, and/or, in order to view there not-listed top positions, respectively additional information such as peak date(s) and/or weeks spent on chart(s), you will have to subscribe to billboard.biz website to vie also the specific billboard.biz links.
  35. For the top position of "Keep On Walkin'" in US Cashbox chart, follow the either the cashboxmagazine link, or see the pdf document at hitsofalldecades link in addition.
  36. Web site: American Top 40 Year-End Survey 1992. American Top 40. 18.ocn.ne.jp. KIIS-FM. July 20, 2011. dead. https://web.archive.org/web/20110928154343/http://www18.ocn.ne.jp/~hbr/at40/1992.htm. September 28, 2011.
  37. For peak year-end chart positions of "Keep On Walkin'" in UK year-end chart, use the hitsofalldecades link. For US year-end lists, only billboard.biz subscribers will access the specific billboard.biz links.
  38. New Releases: Singles. Music Week. 21. May 9, 1992.
  39. Web site: L.C & CeCe Peniston - "Keep On Flossing" - US, Download. iTunes. January 2011 . itunes.apple.com. Apple. October 1, 2011.
  40. Web site: L.C & CeCe Peniston - "Keep On Walkin'" - MD, US, #(–). Discogs. August 9, 2011 . discogs.com. Zink Media. March 21, 2015.