Try It on My Own cover

Try It on My Own

Whitney Houston · 2003

26 min · 5 tracks · R&B · soul · gospel

A collection of soulful remixes that showcases Houston's powerful vocals over contemporary urban beats.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • danceable beats for social gatherings
  • short bursts of energetic remixes
  • uplifting vibes for celebration
  • focused listening with vocal showcases

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking long-form musical journeys
  • prefer immediate, straightforward tracks

Where this album fits

Themes
urban contemporary resilience· club culture adaptation· personal independence struggle
Career context
Released on February 4, 2003, 'Try It on My Own' came during a transitional phase for Whitney Houston following her commercial peak in the 1990s. After a string of blockbuster hits, this project marked her shift towards more modern production styles and collaborations as she navigated personal challenges and industry scrutiny.
Stylistic neighbors
Mariah Carey· Toni Braxton· Aretha Franklin
Sounds like this from elsewhere
No More Drama by Mary J. Blige — Explores themes of resilience and personal struggle with a blend of R&B and contemporary production.
The Diary of Alicia Keys by Alicia Keys — Combines soulful vocals and urban beats, focusing on independence and emotional depth.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 On My Own (radio edit) 4:32
  • 2 On My Own (MaUVe remix) 7:54
  • 3 On My Own (Maurice’s Nu Soul radio mix) 4:25
  • 4 On My Own (Pound Boys radio mix) 4:27
  • 5 On My Own (Thunderpuss radio mix) 4:41

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata