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 Released September 16, 1997
Usher proved that he had a strong, soulful voice with his self-titled debut, but he fulfilled his potential on his second record, My Way. What makes Usher distinctive from his urban loverman peers is the fact that he doesn't oversing; he simply delivers his songs soulfully. Unfortunately, he falls prey to uneven material, just like any of his peers, but there are more strong songs on My Way than many contemporary R&B albums from the late '80s. Both Jermaine Dupri and Babyface contribute seamless productions and fine songs; respectively, "You Make Me Wanna..." and "Bedtime" are their best ballad contributions. Even if the ballads are usually seductive and romantic, cuts like the funky "Just Like Me," which features a cameo from Lil' Kim, might make you wish Usher didn't play it cool all of the time. And while it's refreshing to hear a hip-hop/urban R&B album clock in at a reasonable running time, it would have been nice if the tenth track was something other than a remix of "You Make Me Wanna...." Nevertheless, it's a strong second effort that showcases Usher at his best. [My Way was issued in a "clean" version with all profanity removed.] ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine, All Music Guide
TRACKS 1. You Make Me Wanna...
2. Just Like Me
3. Nice & Slow
4. Slow Jam
5. My Way
6. Come Back
7. I Will
8. Bedtime
9. One Day You'll Be Mine
10. You Make Me Wanna... [Extended Version][Version]
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