Pleasure & Pain
112 · 2005
62 min · 17 tracks · contemporary R&B
Smooth harmonies and sultry grooves intertwine, creating a rich tapestry of contemporary R&B that explores love's complexities.
Top tracks — play these first
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U Already Know — This track blends catchy hooks with infectious rhythms, serving as a quintessential example of 112's signature sound and lyrical confidence about romantic pursuits.
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Damn — With its emotive delivery and relatable themes of heartbreak, this song highlights the group's vocal prowess while encapsulating the album's exploration of love's trials.
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We Goin’ Be Alright — This uplifting anthem showcases the band's ability to blend personal struggles with an optimistic outlook, making it a standout moment that resonates deeply with listeners.
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 smooth harmonies, contributing to its appeal within contemporary R&B.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features mid-tempo tracks that build a smooth, romantic atmosphere, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and themes.
- Several tracks incorporate interludes that create transitions between songs, enhancing the narrative flow of the album.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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
- dynamic emotional journeys
- wave-like pacing experiences
- introspective late-night moods
- smooth background ambiance
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on March 29, 2005, 'Pleasure & Pain' is 112's fourth studio album, following their acclaimed 'Emotionally' from 2003. At this point in their career, the group aimed to solidify their place in the evolving R&B landscape while navigating changes in the industry and musical trends.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jagged Edge· Dru Hill· Jodeci
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 0:55
- 2 Let This Go 3:59
- 3 What If 5:26
- 4 U Already Know 3:18
- 5 Damn 3:43
- 6 Nowhere 3:54
- 7 Last to Know 3:59
- 8 I’m Sorry (interlude) 0:47
- 9 My Mistakes 4:40
- 10 If I Hit 3:56
- 11 The Way 3:23
- 12 We Goin’ Be Alright 1:35
- 13 Why Can’t We Get Along 4:15
- 14 That’s How Close We Are 3:55
- 15 Closing the Club 4:04
- 16 What the Hell Do You Want 5:28
- 17 God Knows 5:08
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