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Zhané

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The Resume

    (1993-1999)
    R&B duo formed in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    Renée Neufville
    Jean Norris-Baylor
    CDs include 'Pronounced Jah-Nay' and 'Saturday Night'
    Singles include 'Hey Mr. D.J.,' 'Groove Thang,' 'Ring My Bell (featuring DJ Jazzy Jeff and Will Smith),' 'Sending My Love,' 'Vibe,' 'Shame,' 'You're Sorry Now,' 'Request Line,' 'Saturday Night,' 'Crush,' 'Freedom (Theme from Panther),' 'It's a Party (featuring Busta Rhymes),' '4 More (featuring De La Soul)' and 'Jamboree (featuring Naughty By Nature)'
    Signed to Motown

Why they might be annoying:

    They were tomboys who wore men's clothing.
    During the mid-90's, Jean Norris-Baylor had a shaved head, while Renée Neufville wore her hair in finger waves with gel.
    Their single stage name 'Zhané' was very difficult to pronounce, and was really pronounced '(Jah-Nay).'
    They used to be part of the crew Flavor Unit with Queen Latifah.
    They often sang of partying.
    They disbanded in 1999.

Why they might not be annoying:

    Their music was a blend of Rhythm and blues, hip hop, soul, contemporary R&B, jazz, neo soul, dance music, new jack swing and funk.
    Their 1993 hit single 'Hey Mr. D.J.', reached No. 6 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100.
    They covered Evelyn "Champagne" King's 1977's 'Shame' single for the 'A Low Down Dirty Shame' soundtrack (1994).
    They had smooth and soothing vocals.
    They were signed to Motown Records.
    Renée Neufville had puppy dog eyes.
    The meaning of their name 'Zhané' means a 'Gift of God.'
    Renée Neufville of the group resembled actress N'Bushe Wright.
    Both members initially met in the early 1990s, while both were attending Philadelphia's 'Temple University.'

Credit: Eddie Burphy


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Year In Review:

    For 2024, as of last weekly ranking, Out of 1 Votes: 100% Annoying
    In 2023, Out of 5 Votes: 60.0% Annoying