Sheila B. Devotion - Love Me Baby 7" Single Record

- Picture Sleeve, Carrere Records

Sheila B, also known as Sheila and the Black Devotion, used the name "S.B. Devotion" as a tribute to her favorite R&B group, the American vocal group, The Shirelles. The group was known for their hit songs like "Will You Love Me Tomorrow" and "Baby It's You", and Sheila was a big fan of their music. She chose the name "S.B. Devotion" as a nod to the group and to express her devotion to R&B music. She also used the name "Sheila B. Devotion" as a stage name, to distinguish herself from other artists and to reflect her passion for music.

Large Hires Photo of Sheila B. Devotion Love Me Baby Carrere Records

Album Description:

Album Summary:  For some commercial reasons Sheila decided to perform this recording anonymously using the name S.B. Devotion and not Sheila B. Devotion So this record is available with two different cover titles, one: S.B. Devotion and Sheila B.Devotion, Sheila and the Black Devotion.

Sheila B Biography:

Sheila B., whose real name is Annie Chancel, was born on 16 August 1945, in Créteil, France. She began her music career in the early 1960s as a pop singer and gained popularity with hits such as "L'école est finie" ("School is Over") and "Le folklore américain" ("American Folklore"). However, it was her collaboration with Bernard Edwards and Nile Rodgers, the producers of the disco band Chic, that led to her success in the disco scene.

Sheila B.'s powerful voice, combined with the disco beat and catchy melodies of Sheila B. Devotion's songs, quickly made her a popular figure in France and across Europe. The band's music was often described as upbeat and energetic, and was influenced by the disco and funk sounds of the late 1970s.

In addition to her music career, Sheila B. has also had success as an actress and television personality. She has appeared in several films and television shows, including the French comedy "Les Profs" ("The Teachers") and the reality TV series "Danse avec les stars" ("Dancing with the Stars").

Despite the passing of time and changing musical tastes, Sheila B.'s music continues to be celebrated and enjoyed by fans around the world. Her contributions to the disco genre and to French music as a whole are a testament to her talent and dedication as an artis

Production & Recording Information:

Music Genre:

Eurodisco Music

Collector Notes / Liner Notes
  • 1: P/S Picture Sleeve
Label & Catalognr:

Carrere 49.288

Media Format:

7" Record, PS Picture Sleeve

Year & Country:

1977 – Made in France

Complete Track-listing:

Tracklisting Side One:
  1. Love Me Baby
Video: Sheila B. Devotion- Love me Baby - 1977
Tracklisting Side Two:
  1. Love Me Baby (instrumental)
Album Front Cover Photo
Front cover artwork of the 1977 Sheila B. Devotion single Love Me Baby, released on Carrere Records in France. The illustration uses bold blocks of red, orange, and yellow with stylized figures of Sheila and her band in black silhouettes accented with vibrant highlights. The title Love me baby arches across the top in white letters against a rising sun graphic, while the group name sheila B.Devotion appears in bold white type near the bottom over a yellow background strip. The cover radiates 1970s disco and funk aesthetics with a striking retro comic-book style.

This image shows the front cover of the Carrere Records single "Love Me Baby" by Sheila B. Devotion, released in France in 1977.

The artwork is a vivid, poster-style illustration dominated by fiery shades of red, orange, and yellow. At the top, the words Love me baby appear in bold white letters, arched like rays of the sun across a radiant gradient background.

Below the title, five stylized figures are depicted in thick black outlines with flat color fills, evoking a retro comic-book aesthetic. Sheila herself is drawn on the right with long blonde-highlighted hair, bare arm exposed, striking a poised stance. Surrounding her are four Black male musicians, each with exaggerated 1970s fashion details: one in a wide-brimmed hat, another with an afro and open shirt, one in a beret-like hat, and another with flamboyant collar and patterned clothing.

Across the lower portion, the name sheila B.Devotion is printed in bold white letters against a bright yellow strip, with the label name Carrere in red at the bottom right. The design captures the energy and vibrancy of late-1970s Eurodisco, projecting both glamour and funk attitude.

Album Back Cover Photo
Close-up of the Side One record label of the 1977 Sheila B. Devotion single Love Me Baby, released by Carrere Records in France. The label is bright magenta with white text. At the top it reads S.B. Devotion, with the SACEM/SDRM logo printed on the right. The Carrere logo is vertically aligned on the left side. Below the spindle hole, the title Love Me Baby is printed with the songwriters credited as M. Wickfield-Copperman, P. Racer, Forest, and the duration of 3 minutes 37 seconds. Other details include catalog number 49.288, 49.288/1, distribution Carrere, and Made in France.

This photograph shows a close-up of the Side One record label from the 7-inch single "Love Me Baby" by Sheila B. Devotion, issued by Carrere Records in France in 1977.

The label design features a vivid magenta background with white printed text. At the top center, the artist credit is shown as S.B. Devotion. On the right, the SACEM/SDRM rights society logo appears along with the copyright notice (P) 1977 Carrere.

Along the left side, the Carrere logo runs vertically in bold letters. Below the center hole, the song title Love Me Baby is printed, followed by songwriter credits M. Wickfield-Copperman, P. Racer, and Forest, with the timing of 3:37.

Additional details include the catalog numbers 49.288 and 49.288/1, the wording Distribution Carrere, and the statement Made in France. The clear, high-contrast layout emphasizes readability and brand identity typical of 1970s French singles.

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