5 Things to Know About Cymande’s Second Time Round

Second Time Round was released in 1973 on Janus Records. It is the band’s second studio album, following their 1972 debut.

The album blends funk, soul, and Afrobeat influences. Cymande’s sound is built around heavy basslines, percussion, and layered horns.

It was not a commercial success upon release. Like much of Cymande’s catalog, it gained a cult following decades later through sampling.

The album has been sampled by hip-hop and electronic artists. Tracks like “Dove” and “Changes” appear in songs by De La Soul and others.

Original vinyl copies are rare and collectible. Due to low initial pressing numbers, the album commands high prices on the secondhand market.