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8701

Usher · 2001

65 min · 17 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · soul

A polished blend of contemporary R&B and hip-hop that showcases Usher's smooth vocals and emotional depth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • smooth emotional listening experience
  • introspective late-night vibes
  • steady rhythmic engagement
  • dynamic vocal performances
  • long immersive listening sessions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2001, '8701' is Usher's third studio album and a pivotal moment in his career following the breakthrough success of 'My Way' (1997). This album solidified his transition into a major pop star while exploring deeper themes and musical experimentation. It also marked the beginning of Usher's collaboration with renowned producers like Jermaine Dupri.
Stylistic neighbors
Chris Brown· Trey Songz· Ne-Yo

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Intro-Lude 8701 0:46
  • 2 U Remind Me 4:29
  • 3 I Don't Know 4:28
  • 4 Twork It Out 4:44
  • 5 U Got It Bad 4:09
  • 6 Pop Ya Collar 3:37
  • 7 If I Want To 3:48
  • 8 I Can't Let U Go 3:30
  • 9 U Don't Have to Call 4:31
  • 10 Without U (interlude) 0:55
  • 11 Can U Help Me 5:37
  • 12 How Do I Say 5:41
  • 13 Hottest Thing 3:51
  • 14 Good Ol' Ghetto 4:02
  • 15 U-Turn 3:13
  • 16 T.T.P. 3:43
  • 17 Separated 4:24

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata