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's fifth studio album, Here I Stand , was released on May 13, 2008, via LaFace Records

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1. Intro
2. “Love in This Club” (feat. Young Jeezy)
3. “This Ain’t Sex”
4. “Trading Places”
5. “Moving Mountains”
6. “What’s a Man to Do”
7. “Before I Met You”
8. “His Mistakes”
9. “Appetite”
10. “What’s Your Name?” (feat. will.i.am)
11. “Something Special”
12. “Love You Gently”
13. “Best Thing” (feat. Jay-Z)
14. “Before I Do”
15. “Here I Stand”

At the time of its release, some critics felt the album was too safe compared to the drama of Confessions . However, in retrospect, Here I Stand is praised for its transition into "Adult Contemporary R&B." It proved that Usher could evolve past the "heartthrob" phase and tackle themes of marriage, fatherhood, and legacy without losing his hit-making ability. Where to Listen Today usher album here i stand zip hot

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