Strength of a Woman — Mary J. Blige

A fierce, triumphant reclamation of self-worth following a period of profound betrayal.

Tracklist · 14 Tracks · 57m

Love Yourself

4:59

Thick of It

4:02

Set Me Free

3:30

It’s Me

4:31

Glow Up

4:06

U + Me (Love Lesson)

4:57

Indestructible

4:44

Thank You

4:05

Survivor

4:45

Find the Love

3:24

Smile

3:42

Telling the Truth

3:57

Strength of a Woman

3:49

Hello Father

3:19

Moments Worth Listening For

The triumphant brass section on Love Yourself that feels like a coronation

Mary's voice breaking with controlled fury on the bridge of Thick of It

The sudden shift to a gospel-choir swell during the closing of Hello Father

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