Lisa Keith

Lisa Keith is a Christian contemporary/Pop singer, probably best known for her work as a backing vocalist for other artists and lead vocalist on Herb Alpert's hit single from 1987, "Making Love In The Rain". In 1993 she released her solo debut album "Walkin' in the Sun" on Perspective Records; which featured production from Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, Narada Michael Walden and Lisa's husband Spencer Bernard. The first single "Better Than You" peaked at #36 on Billboard's Hot 100 while the follow-up single "I'm in Love" reached #84.

Lisa Keith's name is credited on several albums throughout the 80's and 90's. She is well-knowned for her background vocals being featured on work by Janet Jackson, Alexander O'Neal, Karyn White, New Edition and other acts produced by mega music producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis (as well as lead vocals on the chorus of MC Lyte's 1993 single "Ice Cream Dream"). In the late 80's she also fronted a live Minneapolis Funk band called Rocket (whose members also included respected producer/session musician Shaun Labelle and drummer John "Bam Bam" Morgan).

In addition to working as a backing vocalist, Lisa has also co-written several songs for other artists; such as New Edition's "Crucial" and Nona Hendryx's "Why Should I Cry".

Discography

Walkin' in the Sun

Released by Perspective Records, August 17, 1993.

# "Love Isn't Body...It's Soul"
# "Better Than You"
# "Love Is Alive and Well"
# "I'm in Love"
# "Days Like These"
# "Love for All Seasons"
# "World of Joy"
# "Sunshine Daydreamin'"
# "Closer"
# "Love Me Like You Do"
# "Free as You Wanna Be"
# "True to You"
# "Walkin' in the Sun"
# "Adonai"

ingles

* "Better Than You", released July 13, 1993
* "I'm in Love", released December 07, 1993
* "Love is Alive and Well", released March 08, 1994

Charts

Chart information courtesy of Billboard.com and Allmusic.com

Other appearances

* Melanie B. Hot Vocals (Background)
* Yolanda Adams Believe Vocals (Background)
* Patti LaBelle When a Woman Loves Vocals (Background)
* Mel B Hot Vocals (Background)
* Puff Johnson Miracle Vocals (Background)
* Twila Paris Where I Stand Vocals (Background)
* Carman R.I.O.T. (Righteous Invasion of Truth) Choir, Chorus
* Phillips, Craig & Dean Trust Vocals, Vocals (Background)
* Various Artists My Utmost for His Highest Vocals (Background)
* Al Denson Do You Know This Man Vocals (Background)
* Amy Grant House of Love Vocals (Background)
* Karyn White Make Him Do Right Keyboards, Vocals (Background)
* Jimi Behringer Think 2 Much Vocals (Background)
* Johnny Gill Provocative Vocals (Background)
* Various Artists Mo' Money Vocals (Background)
* Karyn White Ritual of Love Vocals (Background)
* Mint Condition Meant to Be Mint Vocals (Background)
* Janet Jackson Rhythm Nation 1814 Vocals (Background)
* Alexander O'Neal My Gift to You Arranger, Vocals (Background), Vocal Arrangement
* Herb Alpert Keep Your Eye on Me Vocals, Vocals (Background), Vocal Arrangement
* Cherrelle High Priority Vocals (Background)
* Janet Jackson Control Vocals (Background)
* Alexander O'Neal Hearsay Vocals (Background), Rhythm Arrangements
* Alexander O'Neal Criticise vocals (Background)