8701 [Import]

Track Listings

1. Intro-Lude 8701

2. U Remind Me

3. I Don't Know - P. Diddy, Usher

4. Twork It Out

5. U Got It Bad

6. Pop Ya Collar

7. If I Want To

8. I Can't Let U Go

9. U Don't Have to Call

10. Without U (Interlude)

11. Can U Help Me

12. How Do I Say

13. Hottest Thing

14. Good Ol' Ghetto

15. U-Turn

16. T.T.P.

17. Separated

18. U Remind Me [Kc's Smooth Remix] [*]

Editorial Reviews
Product Description
Japanese version featuring a bonus track: U Remid Me (KC's Smooth Remix feat. Chemistry...A Chemistry Joint 001)

8701,Usher,Bmg Int'l,Adult Contemporary,Club/Dance,Contemporary R&B,Hip-Hop,Pop,R&B,R&B/Soul,Urban

8701 [Import]

Tracks:

Intro-lude 8701
U Remind Me
I Don't Know featuring P. Diddy
Twork It Out
U Got It Bad
If I Want To
I Can't Let U Go
U Don't Have To Call
Without U (interlude)
Can U Help Me
How Do I Say
Hottest Thin
Good Ol' Ghetto
U-Turn
U R The One

Amazon.com

On his third studio effort (and fourth overall), 22-year-old R&B/pop star Usher Raymond makes the not-so-simple transition from post-teen heartthrob to love man. He does it with solid songs and a generous helping of charisma and vocal acumen, making this much-delayed collection a hot summer treat. Usher is aided in his musical efforts by renowned hit-makers like the Neptunes, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis (who deliver soaring ballads like "Can U Help Me"), Jermaine Dupri, and new jack Edmund Clement who penned the irresistible single "U Remind Me." With catchy tracks and emotive vocals, Usher revs up his sex quotient and unleashes a winning blend of street-honed jams and passionate love songs. --Amy Linden

Customer Reviews:

One of the best R&B CD'S released in 2001.......2006-12-14

Usher went from teen idol to full fledged R&B lover with his 8701 CD. The CD which featured production from The Neptunes, Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis and JD still gets contasnt play from me. The Neptunes produced a lot of the up-tempo numbers on the CD including I Don't Know & U Don't Have To Call while Jam & Lewis handled the smooth ballads How Do I Say and Can U Help Me which is still one of Usher's strongest vocals ever. If you can find the imported version check out the beatuiful ballad Seperated written by Daron Jones from 112.

"8701" = Good / "Confessions" = Better.......2006-10-06

Alright, my last review wasn't really that honest. Don't get me wrong...I've always respected Usher as a singer since the release of this album's single "U Remind Me", an infectious R&B/Pop gem with a simplistic beat which Usher's smooth, soulful vocals can easily groove over. Unfortunately, much of this album fails to deliver on Usher's full potential.

If this album were released in 2001, I'd be all over this album, ranting about Usher's immense talent and how he has everything an entertainer needs -strong voice, sex appeal amongst the ladies, "gangsta"-like attitude amongst the fellas- to pull off everything from banging party-starters to smooth ballads to sexy slow jams to achieving a long-time career. However, the year is 2006...my musical tastes have grown with my age, he has released a multi-platinum record ("Confessions" in 2004), multiple producers have raised the bar with one hot beat after another, his competition has grown enormously larger & Christina Milian's 2006 album "So Amazin'" still doesn't sound worn out after months of constant repetition of its addictive jams. With all of this in mind, it is with great displeasure that I deem Usher's multi-platinum "8701" a disappointment.

The album's main flaw lies in its production. Whether it's Jermaine Dupri's unsuitable mix of ranting and heavy guitar riffs on the emotionless "Can't Let U Go" or Diddy's combination of weak guest verses and stale assortments of bass and weak synthesizers on "I Don't Know", too much of the production sounds dated by today's standards. Lyrically, this album's isn't too startling either. While songs like the emotional guitar ballad "U Got It Bad" are enriched with classic lyrics about broken-heartedness and endlessly haunting reminiscence of a past relationship & soulful vocals from one of R&B's ultimate entertainers, there are also songs like "If I Want To" that epitomize Usher's uncharming egocentricity.

Speaking of egocentricity (which, byt the way, is emphasized by the album's cover art), Usher has a serious sex fetish. Unlike almost every Hip-Hop artist, Usher has the voice and the believability to successfully make sensuous slow jams like "Twork It Out" work brilliantly. Unfortunately, there are also songs like the Latin-tinged "How Do I Say", which finds a seemingly thoughtless Usher spellbound and caught up in another woman's beauty, right before progressing through a story more predictable than the sub-standard Hollywood Blockbuster and eventually achieving a one-night stand. Despite being pleasant on the ears, I seriously question whether or not Usher really listens to what he's saying.

Then there's "Good Ol' Ghetto", which really has nothing to do with the ghetto. Instead, it's a song about re-visiting an ex-girlfriend from your youth, but denying her desires for him because he's in love with someone else. As relatable as it is, does it really have anything to do with the ghetto? Essentially, no...it's just another opportunity for Usher to flaunt his sex appeal around moronic female teenyboppers and grown women dumb enough to believe Usher would ever make love to them so casually. Then again, the ghetto is a part of Hip-Hop culture, and seeing the fact that Hip-Hop's becoming increasingly generic due to the male's addiction with sex and misogyny, maybe it does have some relevance (if only a little).

If you can put aside the stale beats, inconsistent lyrics, lack of thought and Usher's sex fetish fetish, there are songs like the infectious "U Don't Have To Call" & "U-Turn", the latter on celebrating party life, reminiscing on good ol' times and introducing a new dance-term/catchphrase ALL at the same time! If you can get past one of the most unoriginal beats of all time, "Pop Ya Collar" with provide some lyrical gold about being yourself and ignoring the haters. It's a good effort overall, but a major disappointment from one of R&B's biggest stars. 3 stars!

5 Best Tracks:
"U Got It Bad"
"U Remind Me"
"U-Turn"
"U Don't Have To Call"
"How Do I Say"

kind of liked it.......2006-06-14

I have always liked Usher but it had to take awhile for me to like this CD. At first I wasn't feeling it but after I kept playing it, it actually grew on me. This isn't your typical R&B album. It seems more of a party/have a good time CD. And you can do just that especially with songs such as "I Don't Know", "If I Want to", "I Can't Let U Go", and "U-Turn". Of course they have the signature songs that Usher is known for-(U Remind Me, U Got it Bad, and U Don't Have to Call). U Got it Bad is one of my favorites. That's a song anybody can relate to and the lyrics are awesome. I also liked:
Twork it Out 4/5- a very nice song
Can U Help Me 4/5 - a very nice slow song done by Usher
How Do I Say 4/5 - this song is sensual and on the romantic side, it can definately put you in the mood
Good Ol' Ghetto 5/5 - it's the beat that I really liked than the lyrics

It's no doubt that Usher puts out the HITS. You can listen and have a good time with this CD. This particular album is one of his best besides "Confessions. So if you don't own this one, get it. It might not have that typical R&B sound but it is still enjoyable.

It Doesn't Have Soul........2006-04-06

I bought Usher's 8701 on tape long ago, and I remember liking it. Then a couple of years ago, I bought it again on cd, listened to it, and wondered why I wasted my money.

Maybe it's the fact that I've grown, but this album sounds so un-soulful now. It is just lacking any spirit, sort of like an over-produced record: all studio magic, but no magic from the singer. Even the songs that are SUPPOSED to sound heartfelt, don't. The album sounds dated, not transcendent of time and era like all the albums that become classics. The songs are very forgettable, and I don't see any of them being seen as classics twenty years from now.

Usher has yet to make a masterpiece.

Addendum: I was a little unfair in my rating. The album deserves 3 stars, not 2. Unfortunately, I can't change it.

Show your love for Usher!.......2006-01-20

Besides Justin Timberlake, I can't think of a better singer than Usher. He sings, dances, and produces: all admirably! Get this CD, and find out what you've been missing.

Average customer rating:

my review

8701
Usher
Manufacturer: Bmg/Laface
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000069REN
Release Date: 2004-04-26

Tracks:

Intro-Lude 8701
U Remind Me
I Don't Know (Feat. P. Diddy)
Twork It Out
U Got It Bad
Pop Ya Collar
If I Want To
I Can't Let U Go
U Don't Have To Call
Without U (Interlude)
Can U Help Me
How Do I Say
Hottest Thing
Good Ol' Ghetto
U-Turn
T.T.P.
Separated
Bonus Disc Track Listing:
Pop Ya Collar (G Force Double Bass Flex Remix)
U Remind Me (Remix - Feat. Blu Cantrell & Method Man)
U Got It Bad (Soul Power Mix)
U Got It Bad (Tee's Latin Mix)
U Got It Bad (Tee's Dub)
U-Turn (The Almighty Mix)
U Don't Have To Call (Pound Boys Boogie Vocal)
U R The One
U Got It Bad (Video)
U-Turn (Video)
U Remind Me (Video)

Album Description

Exclusive Asian pressing of the R & B superstar's 2001 album now includes a bonus Audio / Video CD (15 tracks in all). The videos (viewable on most DVD players) include, 'U Remind Me', 'U Got It Bad' & Turn'. The bonus audio tracks include three on the first CD, 'Pop Ya Collar', 'T.T.P' & 'Separated' & the bonus disc features, 'Pop Ya Collar (G Force Double Bass Flex Remix)', 'U Remind Me Remix (Feat. Blu Cantrell & Method Man)', 'U Got It Bad (Soul Power Mix)', 'U Got It Bad (Tee's Latin Mix)', 'U Got It Bad (Tee's Dub)', 'U-Turn (Almight Remix)', 'U Don't Have To Call (Pound Boogie Vocal)' & 'U R The One'. 29 tracks in all. Packaged in a slimline jewel case which is housed in a slipcase which features exclusive artwork.

Album Details

Asian Exclusive Release featuring a Bonus Audio/Video CD with Videos for "u Got it Bad", "u-turn", and "u Remind Me", Seven Bonus Audio Tracks.

Customer Reviews:

my review.......2002-08-29

i think this album is absuloutly fantastic and i love it with all my heart

Average customer rating:

Great CD
I'M YOU'RE MAN YOU'RE MY GIRL

8701
Usher
Manufacturer: Bmg/Laface
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

Contemporary Blues | Blues | Styles | Music

General | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music

Contemporary R&B | R&B | Styles | Music

General | R&B | Styles | Music

General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music

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ASIN: B00005LWI0
Release Date: 2001-07-16

Tracks:

Intro-Lude 8701
U Remind Me
I Don't Know
Twork It Out
U Got It Bad
Pop Ya Collar
If I Want To
I Can't Let U Go
U Don't Have To Call
Without U (Interlude)
Can U Help Me
How Do I Say
Hottest Thing
Good Ol' Ghetto
U-Turn
T.T.P.
Separated

Album Details

Features 17 Tracks, Including 'pop Ya Collar' and the Single 'u Remind Me'. P. Diddy also Makes an Appearance on the Track, 'i Don't Know'.

Customer Reviews:

Great CD.......2002-06-29

This Import is better than the US version, as it includes the single Pop Ya Collar which, surprisingly didn't do well in the US. The import also includes TTP, another great song left off the US CD and Separated, which could have been left off the album.

Apart from Can U Help Me and How Do I Say (two soppy ballads from Jam and Lewis), every song on this album could be a hit single. The obvious great songs are the singles - U Remind Me, U Got It Bad and U Don't Have To Call, but other good songs include I Don't Know, Twork It Out and U-Turn.

Buy this CD and you won't be disappointed. Almost all the songs are great and worth your money. I would recommend the import if you're willing to spend a little more as the extra songs are worth it.

I'M YOU'RE MAN YOU'RE MY GIRL.......2001-10-19

I'M YOU'RE MAN YOU'RE MY GIRL

Average customer rating:

8701

ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music

General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music
ASIN: B000AC5S3M
Release Date: 2006-01-24

Average customer rating:

8701
Usher
Manufacturer: Bmg/Laface
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

General | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music

Contemporary R&B | R&B | Styles | Music

General | R&B | Styles | Music

General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music

General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music

General | Adult Contemporary | Pop | Styles | Music

Dance & DJ | Imports | Stores | Music

R&B | Imports | Stores | Music
ASIN: B0001926IO
Release Date: 2004-02-25

Tracks:

Intro-Lude 8701
U Remind Me
I Don't Know - Diddy, Usher
Twork It Out
U Got It Bad
Pop Ya Collar
If I Want To
I Can't Let U Go
U Don't Have to Call
Without U (Interlude)
Can U Help Me
How Do I Say
Hottest Thing
Good Ol' Ghetto
U-Turn
T.T.P.
Separated
U Remind Me [Kc's Smooth Remix][*]

Album Details

Japanese Release featuring a Bonus Track: "u Remind Me (Kc's Smooth Remix featuring Chemistry...a Chemistry Joint 001)".

Average customer rating:

Even better in dualdisc!
dont buy sony dualdiscs!!!!!
I Love Usher New Cd 8701

8701
Usher
Manufacturer: La Face
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Contemporary R&B | R&B | Styles | Music

General | R&B | Styles | Music

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General | Adult Contemporary | Pop | Styles | Music
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Confessions
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ASIN: B0006HC06O
Release Date: 2005-02-08

Tracks:

Intro-lude 8701
U Remind Me
I Don't Know- Featuring P. Diddy
Twork It Out
U Got It Bad
If I Want To
I Can't Let U Go
U Don't Have To Call- Featuring Kelis
Without U
Can U Help Me
How Do I Say
Hottest Thing
Good Ol' Ghetto
U-Turn
U R The One

Album Description

CD AUDIO SIDE: Entire Album

DVD SIDE * Entire album in 5.1 Surround Sound and enhanced LPCM Stereo * Video performances: "U Remind Me" "U Got It Bad" "U Got It Bad" Remix "U Don't Have To Call" * 8701 Electronic Press Kit * Lyrics * Photo gallery * Web link * Biography This disc is intended to play on standard DVD and CD players. May not play on a limited number of models.

Customer Reviews:

Even better in dualdisc!.......2006-01-30

Now I got this cd yesterday and dont listen to the other guy because if you put this cd in on the dvd side you can watch music videos look at lyrics and listen to 8701 in 2 ways. The music videos are: U remind me video,U got it bad video,U got it bad soul power remix video,and U dont have to call to call and the making of 8701.That other guy is probably a hater and has a crappy T.V. It also has a biography of Usher. Now to the cd. This cd I got after I got confessions special edition.This cd has way better songs. One of my most favorite songs is I dont Know because this song has P.Diddy. Well those are my reviews.
Top 5 songs:
1.U got it bad
2.U dont have to call
3.U remind me
4.I dont know feat.P.Diddy
5.Twork it out
Top 5 videos
1.U remind me
2.U dont have to call
3.U got it bad
4.The making of 8701
5.U got it bad soulpower remix

~Matthew Baird

dont buy sony dualdiscs!!!!!.......2005-07-01

this dualdisc contains NO ENHANCED AUDIO, the dvd and cd layers are the same.

I Love Usher New Cd 8701.......2005-04-28

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Average customer rating:

USHER U R THE BEST

8701
Usher
Manufacturer: Bmg Int'l
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

General | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music

Contemporary R&B | R&B | Styles | Music

General | R&B | Styles | Music

General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music

General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music

General | Adult Contemporary | Pop | Styles | Music

Dance & DJ | Imports | Stores | Music

R&B | Imports | Stores | Music
ASIN: B00005LJLE
Release Date: 2001-11-27

Tracks:

Intro-Lude 8701
U Remind Me
I Don't Know - Diddy, Usher
Twork It Out
U Got It Bad
Pop Ya Collar
If I Want To
I Can't Let U Go
U Don't Have to Call
Without U (Interlude)
Can U Help Me
How Do I Say
Hottest Thing
Good Ol' Ghetto
U-Turn
T.T.P.
Separated
U Remind Me [Kc's Smooth Remix][*]

Album Details

Japanese version featuring a bonus track: U Remid Me (KC's Smooth Remix feat. Chemistry...A Chemistry Joint 001)

Customer Reviews:

USHER U R THE BEST.......2001-11-22

I found 8701 really good although there were a few "not-so-good" songs. Most were pretty slow, but some (like U Remind Me, Pop Ya Collar, If I Want To, TTP and U-Turn) were really good. I would recommend this to anyone who likes some of Usher's other material and anyone who likes U Remind Me (which should be everyone!!). Overall, I really enjoyed the album and I just have to say U RULE USHER!!

Average customer rating: