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8701 (Usher album)

8701 is the third studio album by American singer Usher, released August 7, 2001 on Arista Records. It produced several major singles and marked a shift toward more mature R&B and pop.

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8701 is the third studio album by American singer Usher, released on August 7, 2001 by Arista Records. The record followed his earlier mainstream breakthrough and presented a more mature artistic direction, blending contemporary R&B with pop and hip-hop elements. The title 8701 was chosen to reflect a transition in his career and persona between earlier years and the then-present.

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Production and musical style

The album features polished R&B production with an emphasis on vocal performance, mid-tempo ballads and uptempo tracks. Usher collaborated with a range of producers and songwriters to refine his sound and move beyond the teen-oriented image of his earlier releases. Lyrically the songs explore relationships, attraction and personal growth, delivered with increased vocal control and stylistic confidence.

Singles and reception

8701 spawned several commercially successful singles that received heavy radio play and helped broaden Usher's audience. Notable singles include:

  • "U Remind Me"
  • "U Got It Bad"
  • "U Don't Have to Call"

Critics generally praised the album for its strong vocal performances and polished production. It also brought industry recognition; one of the album's singles earned Usher a major award for vocal performance.

Legacy and importance

8701 cemented Usher's position as a leading figure in early-2000s R&B and set the stage for his later, even more commercially successful projects. The album demonstrated a successful transition from youthful star to an adult R&B vocalist, influencing his subsequent musical choices and public image.

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