The Second Coming cover

The Second Coming

Adina Howard · 2004

49 min · 13 tracks · contemporary R&B

A sultry blend of contemporary R&B and club-ready anthems, pulsing with infectious energy and seductive lyrics.

Top tracks — play these first

  • →
    T-Shirt and Panties — This track stands out as a confident declaration of desire, blending playful lyrics with a catchy hook that exemplifies the album's thematic focus on empowerment.
  • →
    Wanna Be — With its infectious groove, this song captures the essence of yearning and attraction, showcasing Howard's signature vocal style while resonating with club culture.
  • →
    Missing You — A poignant ballad that highlights Howard's vocal range, this track contrasts the upbeat nature of the album with themes of longing and emotional vulnerability.

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 combines energetic club tracks with layered vocals but lacks standout compositions for lasting impact.

What we noticed

  • Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies, creating a rich texture that enhances the seductive themes.
  • The album includes interludes that transition between songs, contributing to a cohesive flow despite varying lyrical content.
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 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. 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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • T-Shirt and Panties

    The chorus directly addresses the partner with playful confidence while highlighting an intimate setting.

    This moment flips traditional romantic tropes by celebrating a woman's agency in expressing desire openly.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Outside (The Club) 3:40
  • 2 Wanna Be 3:38
  • 3 Don’t Wait Up 3:23
  • 4 Crank Me Up 4:16
  • 5 What You Need 3:39
  • 6 T-Shirt and Panties 4:45
  • 7 Nasty Grind 3:29
  • 8 Buttnaked 3:47
  • 9 It’s Not Over 4:01
  • 10 Let’s Roll 2:57
  • 11 That Man 3:45
  • 12 Say What You Want 3:47
  • 13 Missing You 4:11

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata