Tamia - A Nu Day

Tamia's sophomore effort begins with the singer's crisp, angelic voice a cappella, wrapped around a mournful interlude about a relationship gone awry. It's a gorgeous intro, and put there perhaps to remind listeners that the 24-year-old vocalist from Windsor, Canada, can sing like nobody's business when given the opportunity. Unfortunately, most of the tracks on A Nu Day deny Tamia the chance, with ho-hum, practically rote R&B fare produced, surprisingly, by some of the best in the biz. When Missy Elliott brings her production skills to the table on the album's first single, "Can't Go for That" (Elliott also produces four other cuts), it's as if the tune is running on automatic, with all of Elliott's stop-start, jerk-heavy rhythms running listlessly beneath a sample of the Hall and Oates song of the same name. "Tell Me Who," a collaboration with producer Shep Crawford, fares better, managing to capture a sassy, straight-up feel reminiscent of early En Vogue. The album offers a pleasant surprise, however, with a cover of the 1983 DeBarge tune, "Love Me in a Special Way," on which Tamia works wonders, her sonorous mezzo soprano digging soulfully into the soaring melody. --Sylvia W. Chan Amazon.com

Really Great Album For A True Tamia Fan

I bought this CD because someone who borrowed my previous never returned it. I obviously really love Tamia's music or I would not have bothered. This is definitely a CD to have in your collection. I really love it and interstate music was very careful in packaging and securing the item. July 8, 2008

Tamia's sophomore CD

I remember this album when I was in the 8th grade. I love this CD. I played it out so much. This album signals the arrival of a superstar. The album moves like a serious of seductive snapshots, providing tantalizing glimpses into the charismatic artist's soulful demenaor. Despite the increased fraternization with hip-hop personalities, melodic ballads abound, and this album rests on a solid R&B/Pop foundation. This album has been certified GOLD. Remember, this was 2000. March 13, 2008

One of my old favorites.

I got this cd when I was in High school. I was in love with it. Still am actually. I can't understand why anyone would have given her below 3 stars on this LP. The CD is tight. Best song Dr. John.
Another CD that goes good with this was Deborah Cox, "One Wish."
June 27, 2007

Tamia's best album...

...even though her new album "Between Friends" comes as a close second (one of best R&B releases this year). "A Nu Day" has her biggest hit "Stranger in My House", but it has many more quality tracks. Her cover of "Love me in a Special Way" is beautiful because of Tamia's delivery with the lyrics. "Dear John" actually was a good opening track, it's a song full of drama (also check "Tell Me Who") and you almost get caught up in it (like R. Kelly's Mr. Biggs song series). "Long Distance Love" has a real catchy chorus, and while it does sound like it came from a commercial, the outstanding production (I think Missy E. did it) makes it standout to me. "Can't No Man" is sexy sounding track, with its calling lyrics and pretty production. This whole album I thought was really listenable. I didn't feel an urge to fast forward over tracks, unlike I did with her third album "More"(which had good tracks like "Officially Missing You" and "Questions"). I really recommend this overlooked album. Also check out her new album and her debut. April 11, 2007

MY FAV OF TAMIA'S WORK!!!!!

This is hands down to me her best work..... it flows, you groove, the music just moves you from inside out. January 10, 2007

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