Kandi Crush Battle: 112 vs. Bell Biv DeVoe

We are ending this week of Kandi Crush Battle with another battle that is going to test your R&B knowledge! Today we have 112 versus Bell Biv DeVoe, and these two groups represent different sides of that classic R&B and hip-hop sound. 112 starts things off with “Dance With Me,” and you already know 112 knew how to make a grown-and-sexy record. Their harmonies were always one of the strongest parts of their sound, and “Dance With Me” is exactly the kind of song that makes you want to grab somebody and hit the dance floor.

Bell Biv DeVoe comes back with “I Thought It Was Me,” bringing that New Edition connection and that unmistakable BBD attitude. These guys knew how to blend R&B vocals with hip-hop energy, and that combination made them stand out. Then 112 raises the stakes with “Only You (Remix)” featuring The Notorious B.I.G. and Mase. Now THAT is a collaboration! When you have Biggie and Mase jumping onto a 112 record, you’re talking about one of those moments that defined the Bad Boy era. The remix gave the song an entirely different energy while keeping that smooth 112 foundation.

But BBD isn’t backing down because they come right back with “Poison.” And if that opening beat doesn’t make you move, I don’t know what will! “Poison” is one of those songs where you don’t even have to think about it. Your body just knows what to do. Then 112 brings us “Cupid,” another signature record that shows why the group became one of the defining R&B groups of their generation. It’s smooth, it’s romantic and it’s still the kind of song people can sing along with.

And finally, Bell Biv DeVoe closes with “When Will I See You Smile Again.” Now that’s how you end a battle — with emotion, harmonies and that classic slow-jam feeling. So who gets the crown? 112 gives us smooth, romantic R&B. BBD gives us energy, attitude and that New Jack Swing flavor. I’m putting the decision in your hands. 112 or Bell Biv DeVoe? And don’t just pick your favorite group — pick the group that crushed THIS battle!