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Thank You

Jamelia · 2003

54 min · 14 tracks · contemporary R&B

A vibrant blend of contemporary R&B and pop infused with catchy hooks and relatable lyrics that explore love and self-empowerment.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Superstar — This track serves as an anthem of confidence and self-worth, featuring an infectious chorus that highlights Jamelia's powerful vocal delivery.
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    Thank You — The title track encapsulates gratitude and personal reflection, blending soulful melodies with relatable lyrics that resonate with many listeners.
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    See It in a Boy's Eyes — This song showcases Jamelia's lyrical depth, exploring themes of love and perception through a melodic and engaging soundscape.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

46 /100
Foothills
Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album balances catchy pop hooks with relatable themes, though it doesn't fully stand out in its genre.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album features upbeat tracks with a consistent tempo, while the second half introduces slower ballads that shift the emotional tone.
  • Several tracks utilize call-and-response vocal arrangements, enhancing the interactive feel of the music.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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

  • catchy hooks and melodies
  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • vibrant, uplifting listening experience
  • good for social settings

Where this album fits

Career context
Thank You was Jamelia's second studio album, following her successful debut, Drama, in 2000. By 2003, she had already established herself as a prominent figure in British pop and R&B, leveraging her previous hits to build anticipation for this release.
Stylistic neighbors
Aaliyah· Ashanti· Tinashe

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Superstar 3:35
  • 2 Thank You 3:13
  • 3 DJ 3:45
  • 4 See It in a Boy's Eyes 3:41
  • 5 Taxi 3:26
  • 6 Dirty Dirty 4:22
  • 7 Club Hoppin' 3:40
  • 8 Cutie 3:51
  • 9 Bounce 4:15
  • 10 Bout 4:26
  • 11 Off da Endz 3:21
  • 12 B.I.T.C.H. 4:07
  • 13 Life 4:45
  • 14 Antidote 3:32

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