Advantages: The CD works very well as a compact mirror Disadvantages: Tracks 2-19
...confirm it. Again we have here a mid tempo song, a few notches up from a ballad. But, instead of perhaps (considering the title) expecting some rhetoric about class divide or the struggle for financial freedom, think again, as with 'trading places', Usher is referring to 'top' or 'bottom'…delightful.
5) '''Moving Mountains''' 4.00
O joy, another slow one, with an essence of trying to be a credible, beaty track. Vocally, he sounds whiny and miles ... ...loud and clear last time, here he comes again, with a whole 309 seconds (yes, I can add up) of it. This time enlisting the help of more 'rent-an-artist' friends, in the name of Mrs.Jay Z (of course I mean Beyonce) and someone called Wayne (who is little apparently) and some other Jezzy. So what have we learnt? Well, it would appear that Usher needs to fill his album and this is the only way he can feel fit do so. Shame. If you want to know what I ...
MarcoG 02.08.2008
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Advantages: A few hits Disadvantages: Not all of the highest quality
...the previous albums appears on here providing the beats. After what he came with in 2004, you would expect something just as big, and I think this just may be it. The set up for this track is simialr for that which was used in Jaheim's "Just In Case", but in this situation he isn't just declaring love, he's confessing to elements of his past which he has kept secret, but at this time growing up he is forced to say what he was like prior to releasing ... ...and T.I. has come through here in a Crunk & B form as this is clearly a combination of Crunk and R&B, but it takes a good minute to get into because it starts off slow, but then explodes into a hardcore tune. The theme of "Before I Met You" kind of follows through into this track as he says this is a true story of attemping to settle his appetite for other women, but is forced not to do so, because he has grown to see that he is aware of what could ...
XICripZ 27.05.2008
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Advantages: 'Love in this Club', 'Moving Mountains', 'Appetite' Disadvantages: 'Love You Gently', 'Before I Met You', 'Lifetime'
...the 'club'. *17, Here I Stand (4.10), 4*
*18, Will Work For Love (3.16), 4*
'Here I Stand' was always a very open and honest title for an album, asking people to take Usher for what he is and no longer having any secrets. Of course Usher got all them off his chest in 'Confessions'. The track sounds more like a suited and booted Usher standing up next to a piano at a dinner party and singing his heart out. Just lacks some emotion. 'Will Work For ... ...named a fullyfledged track as Usher does his Oliver impression, although he wants love instead of food. '''"Excuse me mister, I fell on hard times, I need some help."''''
In 2001, Usher had everyone dancing with a long-string of tracks using the abbreviation 'U' instead of the world 'you'. 2004 Usher makes all the teenage girls wish their boyfriends were more emotionally involved, not to mention the six-pack. Now it's 2008 and Young Jeezy is bagging ...
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Advantages: Some catchy, fun tracks, good number of tracks, nice mix of ballads and dancier tracks Disadvantages: Some weaker tracks (see review)
...sense(?). Anyway, so here we are in June 2008 and with the latest album offering from Usher, this time the album is called 'Here I Stand'. As in Confessions, an album which he used to air some of his dirty laundry, this album also apparently features tracks where he speaks about things that he has had experience of himself, the main example of this that springs to mind being 'Whats A Man To Do'. Read on for more information...
- What type of music ... ...to. 17 - Here I Stand - This is another slower track. Its not particularly memorable, other than for being the title track the album is named after (presumably anyway). It is quite slow, with, yet again, a piano in the background and an ok beat. Its pretty average really... 18 - Will Work For Love - This is one of, if not my one, favourite track from this album. Its very catchy, has a nice up beat feel to it and is easy to sing along to. Its a song ...
IzzyS 06.06.2008 (07.06.2008)
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Advantages: A good story-like trip with some outstanding tracks Disadvantages: A few mis-placed and weaker tracks must be put up with
...in "Chicago". The mood here is black and leaves you wondering whether this is going to be an enjoyable album, but, as we reach climax, the mood lightens and we get what we paid for, a commercial Usher.
The second track provided Usher's first official single from the album and also the first track on the album to feature another artist, Young Jeezey. Radios have given much airtime to this track, "Love in this Club" and it's up-tempo beat together ... ...time. It's probably not got the clubbing staying power of "Yeah" but it's certainly worthy of it's No1 status.
Tracks 3 and 4 are rather dull. Stand-alone singles they are not. Neither "This Ain't Sex" nor "Trading Places" seem worthy of this album. The electronic beat of "This Ain't Sex" is replaced with a piano in "Trading Places" but both tracks are long and, although perhaps reflecting Usher's newly married status, don't really hit the mark.
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CareBear 04.08.2008
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Advantages: Guest appereances, Usher Disadvantages: Some tracks are out of level.
...Beyonce & Lil Wayne
17. Here I Stand
18. Will Work For Love
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The album actually follows it's own form of growth and development as it progresses.
The opening track, "Love In This Club", is dealing with seeing a girl at the club and lusting after her.
Tracks like "Moving Mountains", "Lifetime" and "Here I Stand" are dedications to a woman and a steady relationship. The former is a heartfelt apology ... ...in nature.
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Tracks which are worth listening.
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Well there are some of the tracks that I enjoyed, with pleasure, more than the others.
"Trading Places" as its a different and much better from the rest, dealing with a change in of the accepted roles between men and women when it comes to love. Kind of what Ciara's "Like A Boy" should have been, but done ...
Jesse6 29.07.2008
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Advantages: Great music and lyrics, vocals Disadvantages: Nothing
...of the funkiest tracks on Here I Stand.
4.) Trading Places
This opens with a pounding drum beat and then a piano comes in. I love the way the drum beat moves along throught the song and this is a great track about giving something back to your partner and doing things for them that they have done for you. More songs should be like this.
5.) Moving Mountains
This was the first song I heard from the album before it was released as this was one ... ...on this album.
18) Here I Stand
This is a lovely ballad that has an old style feel. Usher sounds amazing in this superb ballad. This is about Usher's life as he sees it at the moment of recording the album and what he feels about his wife and son. A gorgeous track in every way.
19.) Will Work for love
This is a superb end to Here I Stand. This track tells the tale of a heartbroken Man trying to find love. One of the most unique tracks Usher has ...
jcneil 06.07.2008
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Advantages: Many songs with all listenable Disadvantages: Would prefer a couple of more up-beat songs
...a half / 10
Here I Stand - as a title track I expected better things of this. Although it is a smooth soft-toned tune it isn't really anyting special but still very listenable. 7/10
Will Work For Love - last song on the track and a good one to end on. In between slow and fast and almost lifts your mood. Nice happy tune to end on. 8/10
===Final Thoughts===
Thought this album would not live upto Usher's previous album-'Confessions,' but it has ... ...very much appreciated. Although there are some great songs on here, overall I feel 'Confessions' is still better which I almost knew would be the case anyway as it will always be extremely difficult to beat. However, 'Here I Stand' isn't far off which is very encouraging and some songs off this album can be compared to ones of 'Confessions.'
All songs are very listenable with a few of my favourites being "This Ain't Sex," "Trading Places," "Whats ...
JamieT123 18.06.2008 (31.07.2008)
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Advantages: good songs, Disadvantages: Some weak songs
...the time.
However this album Here I stand is just about the best he has done for some time.
Track 1. Forever Young.
It opens with a great track Forever young which seems to take me back to my youth and the many feelings that we go through. A nice mellow loving track and very in vogue with the way Usher delivers.
Track 2 . Love in this club.
A fast moving club anthem with lots of beat and rythm. Not one that I really like but will appeal to many ... ...pt2.
same as.
Track 17. Here I stand. As the album title jumped to this one and found that it is upbeat and gritty and really liked it. Got a great beat and fantastic lyrics and really is top work.
Track 18. Will work for love.
Not listened yet but will update soon.
All in all this is a very good album from Usher and has all the makings of a big seller. There are one or two tracks that I did not like but there where also some good songs. ...
tigerthecat 29.07.2008
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Advantages: great artist, great voice, great vocals, great dancer Disadvantages: None
I am a huge Usher fan from back in the days of from his first few albums with 'My Way', 'You Make me Wanna', 'Nice n Slow' plus 'You Remind Me', 'You Got it Bad', 'U-Turn and Yeah that made him the popular artist.
I thought 'Here I stand' was different from what he has done previously and showed him in a new light, grown up along with what has gone on in his personal life, finding love, getting married and having a son - all reflected in his tracks ... ...'Prayer for you' for his son.
The most hyped up track was 'Love in this club' which is the most popular single from this album with a great video to match although we do not see so much of Usher's popular dance moves like in previous videos 'Yeah' and 'U-Turn' that made him ever so popular with his fans.
My favourite tracks off 'Here I Stand' are 'Moving Mountains', 'What's a Man to Do' and 'Will work for Love'.
The tracks on this album showcase ...
marina321 27.11.2008
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Advantages: some good songs, cleverly produced Disadvantages: not enough vocals
Usher is very well known and for most people its his singing but for others his acting does come into account as well. He is a very talented man and has been since a young age, all ushers films such as 'get over it' or 'she's all that' hasnt got him recognised much for his music or to be quite honest his talent for acting, most girls and ladies like the fact that he's got a nice body and usually watch the films to see it but his albums and singleshave ... ...albums have been unique and quite different in many ways and his new album even though brilliantly produced with some amazing singers and rappers on there it hasnt really shown much of him. He is a talented artist who has an amazing voice with some of his ballads on his last album will be around for many years to come and will hopefully show what his voice is capable of but this album only shows a fraction of what he can really do. ...
GemGems87 10.09.2008
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I listened. I hate to say that I was a little disappointed in what I head. I was expecting for this cd to be even hotter than his cd Confessions. I guess he can't top that cd. I have say that he must really be in love because you can hear it in his music. Some songs still have you mesmerized by the lyrics others songs are rather dull. I think Usher needs to come with it the next time and give the audience what they want and that is good lyrics, nice beats, and something all can relate to. I give this cd a grade of B- ...
mjackson21 14.08.2008
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I have had this album since it came out and was looking forward to it immensely, however was a bit disappointed as isnt as good as his previous stuff. But with tracks like Moving Mountains, His Mistakes, Love In This Club and Whats A Man To Do, it isnt all disappointing and the album does grow on you. I still recommend his old material but overall not bad, but maybe some tracks a tad boring. ...
Cucaracha 01.08.2008
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Advantages: Everybody can listen it and relate. Disadvantages: non
After a long break since his last album Usher decides to spend quality time on his new album titled "Here I Stand". This is a great album by Usher, it is a very good album to play on a long distance drive or even while travelling. It includes songs such as "Moving Mountains" written by artist and song writter The Dream who also wrote smash hit singles such as "Bed" by J.holiday and "Umbrella" by Rihanna. It also includes his smash hit single love ...
charltonk 31.08.2008
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Advantages: .... Disadvantages: slower than previous, not as expected
...enjoyed from start to finish. Here I stand is a more grown up atempt from Usher and is very different from his previous efforts. Its much slower and does not have many songs that have memorability. There are a few good tracks in 'Love in this club' and 'Love in this club part2' but the rest fade into the blackhole of forgetable music. Definatly one i regret purchasing, of course this is not everones view but if you enjoyed Confessions, try to get ...
balfury 10.08.2008
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