Its success on the pop charts indicated that R&B cross over was certainly possible. The recording "opened the door for other sexually forthright records, planting the seed for songs like Hank Ballard's "Work with me Annie", Etta James' "Roll with Me Henry" and other future hits".
This song's popularity demonstrated the potential for R&B to appeal to a broader audience. It paved the way for other artists to explore themes of sexuality in their music.