What makes The Truth About Love by Lemar notable?

The album debuted at number four on the UK Albums Chart, showcasing Lemar's growing popularity. It received positive reviews from critics for its smooth production and lyrical sincerity, further establishing him as a prominent figure in British soul music during that period. Released in January 2006, The Truth About Love is Lemar's third studio album, following his successful sophomore effort, Time to Grow. At this point in his career, Lemar had solidified his status in the UK soul scene, building on the momentum of previous hits while continuing to explore themes of love and relationships.

Who is The Truth About Love for?

The Truth About Love works well if you're into steady emotional exploration throughout, for romantic evenings and heartfelt reflections on love.

How many songs are on The Truth About Love?

The Truth About Love has 14 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.

Released 20 years ago

The Truth About Love

Lemar · 2006

43 min · 14 tracks · soul

Soulful melodies intertwine with heartfelt lyrics, creating a warm ambiance filled with emotional depth and relatable storytelling.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Love Me or Leave Me — This track establishes the album's emotional core, exploring the complexities of love with a catchy chorus that highlights Lemar's vocal prowess.
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When a Heart Is Broken — With its poignant lyrics and rich instrumentation, this song captures the pain of heartbreak, resonating deeply with listeners who have experienced loss.
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Just Can't Live Without Each Other's Love — This duet showcases Lemar's ability to blend soulful melodies with romantic themes, making it a standout moment on the album that emphasizes connection and longing.

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 features solid songwriting and production but doesn't significantly stand out in the soul genre.

What we noticed

The album opens with a brief intro that sets a reflective tone before transitioning into the first full track, which features a steady groove and layered vocal harmonies.
Several tracks incorporate call-and-response elements between Lemar's lead vocals and background singers, enhancing the communal feel of the music.
The last three tracks feature slower tempos and introspective lyrics, creating a sense of closure as the album progresses.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

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

steady emotional exploration throughout
for romantic evenings
heartfelt reflections on love
intimate moments of vulnerability

Maybe skip if you

prefer fast-paced listening experiences
want standalone tracks only

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This album solidified Lemar's growing popularity and wider recognition.
Career context: Released in January 2006, The Truth About Love is Lemar's third studio album, following his successful sophomore effort, Time to Grow. At this point in his career, Lemar had solidified his status in the UK soul scene, building on the momentum of previous hits while continuing to explore themes of love and relationships.
Stylistic neighbors: Craig David· John Legend· Sam Smith