What does The Call sound like?

An upbeat blend of dance-pop and R&B, showcasing polished harmonies over infectious electronic beats. Rooted in contemporary R&B and dance-pop. Start with "The Call (album version)".

Is The Call a good place to start with Backstreet Boys?

Yes, The Call is recommended as a starting point for new Backstreet Boys listeners. An upbeat blend of dance-pop and R&B, showcasing polished harmonies over infectious electronic beats. Released on February 6, 2001, The Call marked the Backstreet Boys' fourth studio album, coming after their commercial peak with Millenium. This album followed a period of intense global fame and was crucial in maintaining their relevance in a rapidly changing pop landscape as they faced emerging competition from new boy bands.

The Call works well if you're into pulsating dance beats for parties, smooth harmonies for late nights and varied remixes for diverse moods.

How many songs are on The Call?

The Call has 8 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.

The Call

Backstreet Boys · 2001

44 min · 8 tracks · contemporary R&B

An upbeat blend of dance-pop and R&B, showcasing polished harmonies over infectious electronic beats.

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Top tracks — play these first

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The Call (album version) Start here — This title track encapsulates the album's theme of love and regret, featuring an unforgettable chorus that highlights the group's vocal strengths.
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The Call (Fragma remix) — This remix elevates the original's energy with a club-ready beat, showcasing how the song transitioned into dance venues while retaining its melodic essence.
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The Call (Neptunes remix with rap) — Incorporating hip-hop elements, this remix offers a fresh take on the original hit, demonstrating the band's versatility and appeal to a broader audience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

pulsating dance beats for parties
smooth harmonies for late nights
varied remixes for diverse moods
wave-like pacing for dancing
engaging tracks for social gatherings

Maybe skip if you

prefer straightforward single tracks
seek deep lyrical introspection

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — The Call followed Millennium and solidified their fame during peak popularity.
Themes: early 2000s romance· dance floor regret· teen heartthrob evolution
Career context: Released on February 6, 2001, The Call marked the Backstreet Boys' fourth studio album, coming after their commercial peak with Millenium. This album followed a period of intense global fame and was crucial in maintaining their relevance in a rapidly changing pop landscape as they faced emerging competition from new boy bands.
Stylistic neighbors: NSYNC· 98 Degrees· O-Town