Tamar Braxton has another reason to celebrate. The mom-to-be and reality TV star's debut single "Love & War," has topped the Urban Adult Contemporary radio chart. The powerful ballad and title track will appear on the Braxton Family Values and Tamar & Vince star's upcoming debut album for Streamline/Epic Records, slated for release this summer.
"Love and War is the first record where the music has truly reflected who I am," says Braxton in a statement. "One night in the studio, everything clicked. I found the sound I'd been looking for within myself for years and the vocals just poured out of me."
Watch the music video for "Love & War"
Penned by Braxton, Makeba Riddick (Beyonce and Rihanna) and LaShawn Daniels ( Whitney Houston , Brandy, Destiny's Child), on "Love & War," she croons about the hardships in a relationship, but letting love lead the way out.
"I'd experienced love, but I never experienced passion until I met my husband," Braxton adds. "It's a true reflection of our relationship. I think a lot of people can identify with it."
Tamar Braxton has done it again! The R&B singer recently released her new album, “Love & War”, and the response was nothing short of amazing. In only a few days since its release, the record climbed to the No. 1 spot on Billboard’s Top 200 chart. This marks Tamar’s first number-one solo album in her career, an impressive feat that is certainly worth celebrating!
In addition to setting records for herself, Tamar also broke some industry norms with this latest project. She worked closely with producer Vincent Herbert to craft an album that she hopes will connect with listeners outside of just fans of R&B music. From soulful ballads like “The One” to upbeat party tracks such as “Hot Sugar”, this record promises something for everyone who gives it a listen.
We’re thrilled to see Tamar continuing to make waves in the music world and are excited for what else she has in store next! Join us as we take a closer look at why “Love & War” has become so successful and how Tamar is breaking boundaries within the industry.
Album Overview
Tamar Braxton’s latest album, Love & War, has been a major success. After its debut in 2013, it quickly climbed to the No. 1 spot on the Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart and reached Gold status with 500,000 copies sold. The collection of songs is an emotional rollercoaster that covers topics such as heartbreak and happiness, love and loss.
The lead single from the album was “Love and War,” which peaked at number nine on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and earned Tamar two Grammy nominations for Best R&B Performance and Best Urban Contemporary Album. Other popular songs from Love & War include “Pieces” featuring Mary J Blige; “Hot Sugar;” and “All the Way Home.” Fans praised Tamar’s ability to create music that speaks to their own experiences while making them feel empowered by her words.
With Love & War, Tamar proved that she is not only a great singer but also an extraordinary songwriter who can connect with her audience through her lyrics. Her powerful voice brings out all the emotions within each track, allowing listeners to relate deeply despite their different backgrounds.
Chart Performance
Love & War’s success on the charts is an impressive achievement for Tamar. The album debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200 chart and made its way to the top of the R&B/Hip-Hop Albums list, where it remained for 12 consecutive weeks. It also earned Gold certification with more than 500,000 copies sold in the US alone. The lead single ‘Love and War’ was a commercial hit as well, peaking at number nine on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. This accomplishment marked Tamar’s highest position ever on that particular chart.
The album was praised by fans and critics alike for its honest lyrics and emotive production. Its message resonated with people all over the world, making Love & War one of Tamar’s most successful albums to date. The impact of this project can be seen not only in its sales figures but also in how it has influenced other artists who have gone on to create similar music inspired by her work.
Tamar Braxton achieved incredible success with Love & War – a testament to her songwriting prowess and powerful vocals which connected so deeply with listeners around the world.
Conclusion
I was so excited when I heard that Tamar Braxton’s album “Love & War” had climbed to the number one spot on the charts. It is a testament to her talent and hard work, as well as the dedication of her fans who have supported her from the beginning. This achievement has been long overdue for a singer-songwriter like Tamar, whose music speaks to many people’s experiences in life.
The success of “Love & War” is an inspiring story about believing in yourself and fighting for what you want no matter how difficult it may be. Tamar has proven that anything can happen if you keep working hard and never give up. With this accomplishment, she has shown us all that determination and resilience pays off.
Tamar Braxton’s journey with “Love & War” proves to me that dreams really do come true when we stay focused and true to ourselves. Congratulations are definitely due! I am sure there will be more great things ahead for Tamar now that she has reached such a milestone in her career – here’s hoping she keeps reaching even higher heights!
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