Growing Pains
Mary J. Blige · 2007
76 min · 19 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · soul
A confident blend of contemporary R&B and hip-hop that celebrates resilience and personal growth.
Why this album works
- Best for
- reflective personal growth themes steady emotional exploration uplifting moments of resilience
- Context
- By the release of 'Growing Pains' in December 2007, Mary J. Blige was solidifying her status as a leading figure in contemporary R&B, following the success of her critically acclaimed album 'The Breakthrough' from 2005. This album marked her eighth studio release and showcased her evolution as an artist while also reflecting on themes of maturity and self-acceptance.
- If you like
- contemporary R&B, hip-hop, soul
Growing Pains is an album by Mary J. Blige, released in 2007. A confident blend of contemporary R&B and hip-hop that celebrates resilience and personal growth. 'Growing Pains' debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart and solidified Blige's influence in the R&B genre, receiving a Grammy nomination for Best Contemporary R&B Album. The album's lead single, 'Just Fine,' became an anthem of positivity and empowerment, further establishing her connection with fans during a pivotal moment in her career. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Growing Pains sound like?
A confident blend of contemporary R&B and hip-hop that celebrates resilience and personal growth. Rooted in contemporary R&B and hip-hop.
What makes Growing Pains by Mary J. Blige notable?
'Growing Pains' debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart and solidified Blige's influence in the R&B genre, receiving a Grammy nomination for Best Contemporary R&B Album. The album's lead single, 'Just Fine,' became an anthem of positivity and empowerment, further establishing her connection with fans during a pivotal moment in her career. By the release of 'Growing Pains' in December 2007, Mary J. Blige was solidifying her status as a leading figure in contemporary R&B, following the success of her critically acclaimed album 'The Breakthrough' from 2005. This album marked her eighth studio release and showcased her evolution as an artist while also reflecting on themes of maturity and self-acceptance.
Who is Growing Pains for?
Growing Pains works well if you're into reflective personal growth themes, steady emotional exploration and uplifting moments of resilience.
How many songs are on Growing Pains?
Growing Pains has 19 tracks, running approximately 76 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Work That 3:31
- 2 Grown Woman Standout 4:05
- 3 Just Fine Standout 4:02
- 4 Feel Like a Woman 4:02
- 5 Stay Down 4:23
- 6 Hurt Again Standout 4:08
- 7 Shake Down 3:36
- 8 Till the Morning 4:17
- 9 Nowhere Fast 3:46
- 10 Roses 4:38
- 11 Fade Away 4:16
- 12 What Love Is 4:03
- 13 Work in Progress (Growing Pains) 4:01
- 14 Talk to Me 4:10
- 15 If You Love Me? (edited version) 3:22
- 16 Smoke 3:10
- 17 Come to Me (Peace) 5:03
- 18 Hello It’s Me 4:08
- 19 Mirror 3:54
Release Date
December 18, 2007
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
76 min 35 sec
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