Mary J. Blige – The Breakthrough

Album Info

Artist: Mary J. Blige

Title: The Breakthrough

Year: 2005

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Tracklist

  • 1. No One Will Do (4:46)
  • 2. Enough Cryin (4:20)
  • 3. About You (4:04)
  • 4. Be Without You - Kendu Mix (4:06)
  • 5. Gonna Breakthrough (4:00)
  • 6. Good Woman Down (4:07)
  • 7. Take Me As I Am (3:57)
  • 8. Baggage (3:35)
  • 9. Can't Hide From Luv (3:52)
  • 10. MJB Da MVP (3:21)
  • 11. Can't Get Enough (3:40)
  • 12. Ain't Really Love (4:39)
  • 13. I Found My Everything (5:23)
  • 14. Father In You (5:23)
  • 15. Alone (4:29)
  • 16. One (4:20)
  • 17. So Lady (4:16)
  • 18. Show Love (3:40)

Review

The harmonious fusion of soul-drenched ballads and contemporary R&B on 'The Breakthrough' illuminates Mary J. Blige's artistic evolution in the most captivating ways. Released in 2005, this collection of songs carries a mature, sensual energy that flows through standout tracks like 'Enough Cryin'' and 'Take Me As I Am' - each one bearing witness to her growth while honoring her emotional authenticity. The unforgettable 'Be Without You' emerges as the album's crown jewel, its irresistible hook and clever marriage of modern production techniques with timeless soul elements creating something truly transcendent.

'The Breakthrough' stands as a defining chapter in Blige's storied career, establishing her unquestionable prominence in the hip-hop soul universe. Her voice carries the weight of lived experience yet soars with newfound confidence, speaking directly to listeners' hearts while elevating her artistry to magnificent heights. The seven Grammy nominations bestowed upon this work weren't merely industry accolades but recognition of something profound - the rare ability to transform personal truth into musical brilliance. In every note and nuance, Blige reveals herself not just as a vocalist but as a storyteller whose narratives resonate across time and circumstance. - Soraya