After 4 years since his breakthrough, Usher comes back with '8701'. Now, 22 years old, he makes music that showcases his growth and attitude as he deals with romantic relationships. The mainstream R&B sound of the early 2000s is very present and dealt with with prowess by the production team. Though some tracks are not as charming melodically, majority of the front half of this album give us some of his best material, and of the time as well. The album did not need to go on for as long as ... read more
This is much better than the other album I listened to him (My Way), the production is way better - and Usher's vocals are outstanding. He has always sounded great, but this style suits him so incredibly well. My score might not be that different, but this album is a whole lot more memorable.
Usher's vocals shine on this project, and his singing is so enjoyable to listen to. Nice on the ears for sure.
This is a very consistent album throughout, and really enjoyable to listen to. A little ... read more
I can't believe Usher used to release actually good projects! This is easily his best, and I hate to say it but the diddy feature was actually quite good..
I can't believe Usher used to release actually good projects! This is easily his best, and I hate to say it but the diddy feature was actually quite good..
| 1 | Intro-Lude 8701 0:44 | 71 |
| 2 | U Remind Me 4:26 | 92 |
| 3 | I Don't Know 4:26 feat. P. Diddy | 81 |
| 4 | Twork It Out 4:42 | 78 |
| 5 | U Got It Bad 4:07 | 87 |
| 6 | If I Want To 3:46 | 85 |
| 7 | I Can't Let U Go 3:28 | 76 |
| 8 | U Don't Have to Call 4:29 | 86 |
| 9 | Without U (Interlude) 0:53 | 69 |
| 10 | Can U Help Me 5:35 | 83 |
| 11 | How Do I Stay 5:39 | 82 |
| 12 | Hottest Thing 3:49 | 77 |
| 13 | Good Ol' Ghetto 4:00 | 71 |
| 14 | U-Turn 3:09 | 78 |
| 15 | U R the One 3:56 | 75 |