Artist: 702 Album: 702

Year: 1999
Duration: 48:58

A of the Album: 702 by the Music Artist: 702

The late 90s and early 2000s was a time when R&B music ruled the charts, and one of those R&B groups was 702. The group consisted of sisters LeMisha and Irish Grinstead and their cousin, Kameelah Williams. They first made waves in the music industry with their hit single Steelo in 1996, which was followed by a string of other hits. But one of their most memorable contributions came in the form of their self-titled album 702, released in 1999. This album is still listened to by R&B fans, which is why we have decided to critically review it today.
The Album: 702 was released in 1999 and came under the R&B genre. This album had a mix of sweet ballads, infectious grooves, and even a hint of hip-hop and pop influences. The album featured prominent artists like Q-Tip, Timbaland, and Missy Elliott, who helped the group create an album that was diverse and worth listening to.
The album consists of two sides, Get It Together and Keep It Tight. The Get it together side has the beautiful ballad All I Want and Star where the girls show off their vocals and harmonies, and then there's Where My Girls At, which was a major hit when it came out. The Keep It Tight side opens up with You'll Just Never Know, one of the slow jams that were typical R&B sound of the time. The tracks Gotta Leave, and Certified have a raw hip hop sound to them and have a catchy hook. The album ends with the mellow cut Make Time, which rounds off the tracklist well.
The most innovative aspect of the album is how well it blends different genres of music together. There are elements of pop, rock, and hip hop in the album with a mix of traditional R&B. This mixture was unusual at the time, but it is what set the group apart from other vocal groups of the time. The album also gives off the right amount of girl group vibes while catering to women, discussing topics such as love, heartbreak, and empowerment.
But with every album, there is some criticism. The album doesn't seem to have a cohesive story. The project feels like a collection of hits and misses, meaning that some tracks don't hit the mark as well as others do. Still, this is a common issue with artists' debut albums. The slightly monotonous structure of some of the tracks is also somewhat unadventurous, which can be a turnoff to some listeners.
In conclusion, the self-titled album 702 by 702 was undoubtedly one of the best albums in the R&B genre at the time, with standout tracks such as Where My Girls At and All I Want. The album has its flaws, but overall it still holds up as an enjoyable listen. 702 may not have had the longest career, but this album and the legacy that followed are examples of their contribution to music history. If you are a fan of R&B music, this album is a must-listen.