What makes Try Again by Timbaland notable?

'Try Again' topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart for two weeks, becoming Aaliyah's second number one single. Its innovative production techniques and smooth fusion of genres influenced both R&B and pop music in the early 2000s, earning it critical acclaim and multiple award nominations. Released on February 22, 2000, 'Try Again' marked a pivotal moment in Aaliyah's career as her first single after the critically acclaimed album 'One in a Million'. By this time, Timbaland had established himself as a leading producer in contemporary R&B and hip-hop, and this collaboration solidified their creative synergy.

How many songs are on Try Again?

Try Again has 4 tracks, running approximately 19 minutes.

Try Again

Timbaland · 2000

19 min · 4 tracks · contemporary R&B

A hypnotic blend of R&B grooves and electronic beats, underscored by Aaliyah's ethereal vocals.

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Try Again — The original version showcases Aaliyah's signature vocal style against Timbaland's groundbreaking production, making it a defining track of her career.
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Try Again (Timbaland remix) — This remix reimagines the original with additional layers and beats, highlighting Timbaland's experimental approach to production that pushed genre boundaries.
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Try Again (D’Jam Hassan remix) — This version offers an alternative take on the song, infusing it with different rhythms and textures that exemplify the versatility of the original composition.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental

58 /100

Treeline

Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The single showcases strong production and memorable melodies, though its remix nature affects overall cohesion.

What we noticed

The main track features a steady, mid-tempo beat that drives the rhythm while Aaliyah's vocals float above, creating a hypnotic effect.
The remixes introduce varying elements, such as additional percussion and altered arrangements, but maintain the core melody and structure of the original.
The instrumental version strips away the vocals entirely, allowing listeners to focus on the intricate production layers and electronic beats.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

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.

Tracklist

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

1 Try Again 4:07
2 Try Again (Timbaland remix) 5:02
3 Try Again (D’Jam Hassan remix) 5:31
4 Try Again (instrumental) 4:44

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