This Is Regina!
Regina Belle · 2001
51 min · 12 tracks · soul
An uplifting blend of smooth soul and R&B showcasing Regina Belle's powerful vocals and heartfelt lyricism.
Top tracks — play these first
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Gonna Get Over This Love — This track encapsulates the album's exploration of love and resilience, featuring a memorable chorus that highlights Belle’s emotive vocal delivery.
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Let Me Hold You — The sensuality and tenderness of this song showcase Belle’s ability to convey deep emotional connections through her singing.
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Someone Who Needs Me — This track stands out for its introspective lyrics and Belle’s commanding performance, reflecting on themes of longing and support.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid songwriting and production but doesn't significantly stand out in the genre.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature upbeat tempos and strong hooks, while the fourth track introduces a more laid-back groove.
- Several tracks incorporate lush string arrangements that complement Belle's vocal delivery, enhancing the emotional impact of the lyrics.
- The album closes with two slower songs that shift the mood to a more reflective tone, creating a sense of resolution.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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, consistent energy levels
- emotional storytelling journeys
- smooth background listening experience
- contemplative late-night vibes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2001, This Is Regina! marked Regina Belle's return to the music scene after a five-year hiatus following her album Reachin' Back. At this point in her career, she had already established herself as a prominent voice in the R&B genre during the late '80s and early '90s, gaining recognition for hits like 'Make It Like It Was.' This album helped solidify her place in contemporary soul music while appealing to both longtime fans and new listeners.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Anita Baker· Sade· Patti LaBelle
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Oooh Boy 4:44
- 2 Let Me Hold You 3:52
- 3 From Now On 4:31
- 4 La Da Di 3:38
- 5 Gonna Get Over This Love 4:28
- 6 Don't Wanna Go Home 3:55
- 7 Someone Who Needs Me 4:10
- 8 Take My Time 5:00
- 9 Johnny's Back 4:23
- 10 You Said 3:55
- 11 Gotta Go Back 4:46
- 12 What If 4:23
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