Best Days

Tamela Mann (Author) | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (August 14, 2012)
• Original Release Date: 2012
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: TillyMann
• ASIN: B008EU8014
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Music
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (262 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #164 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
  • #1 in Music > Gospel
  • #2 in Music > Christian > Pop & Contemporary

Editorial Reviews

2012 album from the Gospel vocalist and actress, best known for her work with Tyler Perry. With Best Days, the acclaimed actress and Dove award-winning vocalist shares the joy that can be found in being a child of God. Produced by Myron Butler, this project highlights her powerful voice and her gift for wringing every ounce of emotion from a great lyric. The title track, penned by Butler, is a jubilant celebration of God's promises. The debut single, "Take Me to the King," was penned and produced by none other than Tamela's longtime friend and gospel music icon Kirk Franklin.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Days August 16, 2012

By TheIceManCometh

Format:Audio CD

Been waiting for this effort and Tamela does not disappoint. Her ministry in song continues to grow and this is a welcome edition to any lover of gospel music collection. I love the simplicity of the Hymns Medley (Tamela and the organ dancing with each other in praise!); certainly Kirk' footprint on the lead single Take Me To The King speaks for itself. But my favorite is "This Place" I love the lyric - "Never thought I'd live beyond my past, until I found Jesus I'd never thought I'd live in this place..."

I give it five stars - solid all the way through! Get it today!!!

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Uuh... Yeah!!! No, seriously tho... YEAH!! August 24, 2012

By Forgiven1

Format:Audio CD

Just wow!! When I say I've been waiting for an album like this, I mean for the last few years I've witnessed a serious decline in the quality of gospel music. So much to the point where I hardly purchase gospel music at all anymore. But this album more than makes up for years of disappointment! The album is not clouded by suggestive lyrics or overly urbanized beats, it's a fluid mix of the old and new gospel! I absolutely love this album! I haven't been able to play an entire gospel album without skipping over at least half of the tracks until this one... Job WELL DONE!!

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars "Best Days" is quite simply a must have. August 15, 2012

By George Daigle

Format:Audio CD

Tamela Mann is a power house vocalist who has captured gospel fans since her appearances with Kirk Franklin and the Family to her later solo projects and appearances in Tyler Perry plays and movies. "Take Me To The King" (produced by Kirk Franklin) is the lead single for her project, "Best Days". The song finds Tamela in her vocal "sweet spot"; right on the cusp of exploding forth with unbridled praise and passion while maintaining a composure that holds the audience in awe. New listeners and fans alike will be pleased with the title track,"Best Days" with its uptempo style as Tamela shines. Favorites on "Best Days" are:

"This Place" The layered choir sound in the background drives the song's hook and Tamela doesn't hold back making this one for the repeat list.
"Rain" is a sweet plea that tugs at the heart strings
"The Blood Medley" a medley of hymns that focuses on Tamela with only an organ for accompaniment is nothing short of stirring. Listeners will get a couple of Shon-doughs in!
"Guest Of Honor" is a great praise and worship song that lilts and lifts with an exuberance
Get it! Love it! Live it!