Released 20 years ago
Between Friends
Tamia · 2006
60 min · 15 tracks · contemporary R&B
Smooth contemporary R&B layered with heartfelt lyrics and soulful melodies that radiate warmth and intimacy.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Way I Love You Start here — This opening track introduces listeners to Tamia's signature vocal style, blending vulnerability with strength while exploring themes of love and devotion.
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Happy — An uplifting anthem that captures the joy of love through infectious melodies and relatable lyrics, making it a fan favorite.
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Last First Kiss — This song showcases Tamia's emotional range, combining romantic storytelling with a lush arrangement that resonates deeply with listeners.
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When a Woman — A powerful declaration of self-worth and empowerment, this track highlights Tamia's ability to blend personal narrative with universal themes of strength.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases polished production and emotional depth but follows familiar R&B structures.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks that maintain a consistent mid-tempo, while the second half shifts to slower ballads.
- Several tracks incorporate layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the emotional delivery.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady emotional journey
- reflective listening moments
- smooth background ambiance
- intimate late-night vibes
- thoughtful lyrical exploration
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Beloved by fans for its emotional depth and polished production.
- Career context
- By the release of 'Between Friends' in 2006, Tamia was establishing herself as a prominent voice in contemporary R&B following her successful albums in the late 1990s and early 2000s. This album came after her previous release, 'More,' which had solidified her status in the genre, showcasing her growth as an artist and a songwriter.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ashanti· Jazmine Sullivan· Musiq Soulchild
Tracklist
- 1 The Way I Love You Start here 4:02
- 2 Happy 5:11
- 3 Almost 3:41
- 4 Too Grown for That 3:55
- 5 Me 4:23
- 6 Can’t Get Enough 3:49
- 7 Day Dreaming 3:21
- 8 Sittin on the Job 2:33
- 9 Last First Kiss 4:41
- 10 Why Can’t It Be? 3:04
- 11 When a Woman 4:18
- 12 Become Us 4:44
- 13 Have to Go Through It 3:49
- 14 Please Protect My Heart 3:20
- 15 Love and I 5:19
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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