Brandy

Brandy | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (September 27, 1994)
• Original Release Date: September 27, 1994
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Atlantic
• ASIN: B000002IZ7
• Also Available in: Audio Cassette  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (66 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #27,215 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars "GREAT ALBUM TO REMINISCE ABOUT THE 90'S", October 13, 2005

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LONWABO "LONI" (JOHANNESBURG,SOUTH AFRICA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Brandy (Audio CD)

Brandy's self-titled debut album brings back good memories of the mid 90's.The album still sounds good after all these years."I wanna be down" was a hot track and it still is."Baby" is my all-time favourite song from Brandy,where she delivers an enthusiastic vocal performance."Best Friend" is all about having that one true friend in your life."Sunny Day" is a good mid-tempo song.The second half of the album is nothing but beautiful love songs.In the interlude,"I dedicate(Part 1)",she pays homage to artists who have inspired her musically,such as Whitney Houston, and she dedicates the album to her fans.The first part of "I dedicate" is fine,but she should'nt have recorded the other two interludes,because she said everything on the first part anyway.Overall this is a classic album from Brandy,and it showcases the phenomenal talent Brandy possesses.The songs are fun,emotional(Brokenhearted) and romantic(Give Me You).One of the best R&B debut albums of the 90's

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Still a good album!!, November 15, 2004

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Musica (Philly, PA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Brandy (Audio CD)

Im listening to the samples provided here as a I write this and I cant help but to reminisce to a time when young pop singers such as Brandy, Aaliyah and Monica actually proved that youth does not equal immaturity..Case in point, Im still feeling the songs on here..Granted, Im a few years younger than they are now, but at that time, I would rock all of their albums till I couldnt recognize the voices anymore..But to get back to Brandy's album, even though the songs sound dated now, at that time, my fave songs were Baby, Broken hearted, Best Friend, Sunny Day, Love is on my side, pretty much the whole album..She is a good singer and I love how her voice is deep like it is.. She works with good producers to make an album worthy enough to listen to..Thank God that she is still around to make good music!!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars brandy, December 6, 2003

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LaMonica Norman (memphis,tn usa) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Brandy (Audio CD)

LaMonica Stewart
12/02/03
English121
Fall 2003

Brandy

Brandy's first album Brandy was chosen because emotions grasp the younger audience. The song titles featured on the album are reflections of what occur in the real world. In comparison to other artists, on Brandy's first album she is very inspirational. Although this album was very successful in her early years, she was more mature in her later albums. Brandy writes songs that are very encouraging displaying, emotions from deep within.
Take for example the opening song from Brandy's Brandy. Her album begins with a song entitled "Moving On," reaching out to young an old who have their head on straight and know what they want out of life. She says repeatedly keep moving on if one is not prospering. If one is feeling down and needs a little boost of inspirations, one should turn on this and let it play through. She is unlike other artists who consistently speak about heartbreaks and turmoil. Brandy in this case would say, if someone were not treating you right "Move On." The lyrics are very touching. It talks about how she knows she has a purpose and she will not miss her blessing by forgetting who has brought her that far.
Brandy does not sing about the failure, bitterness, and mixed emotions that other artists do in sad love songs. She is not saying heartache does not exist, she is just well rounded person who can talk about everything, even the small things people look over. Traditional love songs consist of pains and misfortunes. In her early years she was focused on her future and what she could do to make the world better. In "Moving On" she says she is a leader, not a follower. This is showing she is strong willed. Young people can really relate because she was a positive role model for our generation.
The third track on this song album is entitled "Best Friend." This song is unique because who do you know that will dedicate an entire song to a sibling? If you have not heard the interview or read the CD cover, you probably thought she was talking about a friend. Usually when someone dedicates a song, they are dedicating it to a deceased or significant other. Brandy, on the other hand, expressed her love for her brother in a special way. Unlike some singers who can only think about them selves and their own personal benefits, she is an awesome person.
There is one song on the album that focuses on someone who is depressed; it is called "Brokenhearted." although the lyrics are about someone who has gotten their heart broken, it still can be viewed as an inspirational song. If one listens to the song thoroughly, one can hear her say how someone still can move on, in reference to the opening song on this album. This is a powerful song because it says despite someone's heartache and pain, one still can move on. While one is young, you have the opportunity and the rest of your life ahead, so let no one hinder you from your dreams and aspirations. In the near future listen to all advice. You do not have to agree, but simply listen.
The fifth track on this album one can see how she is appreciative because she reflects back to where she came from. Normally when people become famous, they forget about who helped them to be who they are today. She gives thanks to her family for being supportive of her. She also gives thanks to those who have inspired her.
Most importantly, she did not stop there with her musical career; she went on to her acting legacy. Interestingly enough, Brandy went into the entertainment field as a young aspiring actress. Not only was her music career and instant success, but she also was the star on two popular sitcoms. With all of this success, Brandy opened many doors for young female artists such as Monica and Brittany Spears. She is still admired by many. Through her music Brandy shows gratitude and appreciation to those who helped her launch her career such as her family. Brandy is motivational album that helps ease life struggle and reflect on positive thing people should value.