Precious Time (album)

Precious Time is the second studio album by American R&B/soul singer Van McCoy, released in 1976 on the H&K Records label. The album followed the international success of McCoy's instrumental hit "The Hustle" and his previous album, Disco Baby.

While Precious Time continued to explore the disco sound that had brought McCoy fame, it also incorporated elements of soul, funk, and R&B. The album features a mix of instrumental tracks and songs with vocals, showcasing McCoy's versatility as a composer, arranger, and performer.

Key tracks on the album include "Party", "Do the Hustle", and the title track "Precious Time". The album achieved moderate commercial success, although it did not reach the same level of popularity as Disco Baby. Despite this, Precious Time is considered a solid entry in McCoy's discography and a notable example of the disco music of the mid-1970s. The album demonstrates McCoy's ability to blend catchy melodies with sophisticated arrangements, solidifying his reputation as a key figure in the development of the disco sound.