What does This Is Me… Then sound like?

A sultry blend of pop and R&B infused with Latin rhythms and an unmistakable urban edge. Rooted in hip-hop and R&B. Start with "Still".

Is This Is Me… Then a good place to start with Jennifer Lopez?

Yes, This Is Me… Then is recommended as a starting point for new Jennifer Lopez listeners. A sultry blend of pop and R&B infused with Latin rhythms and an unmistakable urban edge. This Is Me… Then is Jennifer Lopez's third studio album, released during her peak commercial phase after the success of her previous album, J.Lo. The project followed her chart-topping hits and solidified her status as a multifaceted entertainer, blending music with her film career. At this point, Lopez had already established herself as a household name, following major successes in both music and acting.

Who is This Is Me… Then for?

This Is Me… Then works well if you're into steady pacing for reflective moments, infectious rhythms for uplifting moods and personal themes for emotional connection.

How many songs are on This Is Me… Then?

This Is Me… Then has 13 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.

This Is Me… Then

Jennifer Lopez · 2002

50 min · 13 tracks · hip-hop

A sultry blend of pop and R&B infused with Latin rhythms and an unmistakable urban edge.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Still Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Jenny From the Block — This track encapsulates the album's themes of authenticity and resilience, blending catchy hooks with a reflection on celebrity life and roots.
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Dear Ben — This heartfelt ballad serves as a deeply personal tribute to Lopez's relationship with Ben Affleck, offering insight into her emotional landscape during this period.
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I'm Glad — An empowering anthem that showcases Lopez's vocal abilities while celebrating self-love and confidence, making it a standout moment on the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album showcases a blend of R&B and pop with personal narratives, but lacks strong cohesion across its length.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features mid-tempo tracks that blend R&B and pop, while the second half introduces more upbeat songs with Latin influences.
Several tracks incorporate spoken word elements, particularly in 'Dear Ben' and 'Jenny From the Block', which add a personal narrative layer.

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: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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 pacing for reflective moments
infectious rhythms for uplifting moods
personal themes for emotional connection
for sing-along sessions

Maybe skip if you

prefer instant gratification tracks
dislike emotional exploration

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Established Lopez's reputation with major hits and commercial success.
Themes: public love affair· R&B vulnerability
Career context: This Is Me… Then is Jennifer Lopez's third studio album, released during her peak commercial phase after the success of her previous album, J.Lo. The project followed her chart-topping hits and solidified her status as a multifaceted entertainer, blending music with her film career. At this point, Lopez had already established herself as a household name, following major successes in both music and acting.
Stylistic neighbors: Shakira· Rihanna· Beyoncé