At the heart of the track is Hewett's signature tenor—liquid-smooth yet capable of soaring, gospel-infused runs that feel both disciplined and deeply emotive. While his work with Shalamar often required him to share space with disco-funk arrangements, "I'm For Real" strips back the artifice, allowing his vocal "honesty and commitment" to take center stage.
Howard Hewett 's 1986 solo debut, is more than just a transition from his days as the frontman of Shalamar ; it is a definitive statement of artistic identity that cemented his place as a premier balladeer of the Quiet Storm era. The Vocal Performance Download File Howard Hewett - I'm For Real The ...
The production is a masterclass in mid-80s sophisticated soul—clean, polished, and layered with synthesizers that provide a "mystical" atmosphere without overshadowing the human element. Thematic Depth At the heart of the track is Hewett's
The track benefits from a stellar musical pedigree, produced by Hewett himself alongside jazz fusion legend Stanley Clarke . The Vocal Performance The production is a masterclass
Lyrically, the song is a direct pledge of fidelity, designed to "ease the mind" of a partner wary of "guessing games".