What makes Finally by Blackstreet notable?

Finally debuted at number 3 on the Billboard 200 and was certified platinum by the RIAA, marking a significant commercial success for Blackstreet. The album features chart-topping singles that solidified their influence on late '90s R&B, particularly through collaborations with notable artists and producers. By the time of its release in 1999, Blackstreet had already secured their place in R&B history with hits like No Diggity. This album followed their successful self-titled debut and showcased their evolution as a group, highlighting both their vocal prowess and production quality in the new jack swing genre.

How many songs are on Finally?

Finally has 12 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.

Finally

Blackstreet · 1999

56 min · 12 tracks · new jack swing

Smooth harmonies and infectious rhythms blend seamlessly in this quintessential new jack swing album.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Girlfriend/Boyfriend — This track features a catchy call-and-response dynamic between Blackstreet and guest artists, encapsulating the playful nature of young love while showcasing vocal interplay.
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I'm Sorry — A heartfelt ballad that explores themes of regret and reconciliation, it highlights Blackstreet's ability to convey deep emotion through lush harmonies and poignant lyrics.
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Take Me There (remix) — This remix became a significant hit featured on the soundtrack for the film Rugrats in Paris, merging nostalgic elements with a modern twist, appealing to both children and adults alike.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

59 /100

Treeline

Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong vocal arrangements and production typical of its genre, but lacks standout depth.

What we noticed

The album opens with a spoken intro that sets a smooth tone, followed by tracks that maintain a consistent mid-tempo groove.
Several songs feature call-and-response vocal arrangements, emphasizing the group's harmonies and interaction.
The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, creating a reflective close to the album.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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.

Tracklist

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

1 Blackstreet Intro - Can You Feel Me 4:22
2 Girlfriend/Boyfriend 4:03
3 Yo Love 4:43
4 I Got What You On 4:12
5 Drama - Misery (interlude) 7:39
6 I'm Sorry 5:26
7 Think About You 4:36
8 Black & White 3:37
9 In a Rush 4:08
10 Hustler's Prayer 4:48
11 Finally 4:54
12 Take Me There (remix) 4:16

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