Tank
Force Of Nature
Producer, Mixed By – Budda
Recorded By – Storm Jefferson 3:10
2 My Freak
Engineer – Bob Tucker
Mixed By – Dino "The Cut" Johnson, Gabe Chiesa
Producer – Caviar, Overdose 4:08
3 Maybe I Deserve
Mixed By – Kevin Jackson, Scott Wolfe
Recorded By – Scotty Beats 5:01
4 Can't Get Down
Mixed By – Dino "The Cut" Johnson
Producer, Instruments – E. Seats, Rapture
Recorded By – Michael Conrade 5:04
5 Designated Driver
Mixed By – Gabe Chiesa
Producer – Overdose
Producer, Keyboards, Percussion – Caviar
Recorded By – Scott Wolfe 4:14
6 What, What, What
Producer, Mixed By – Budda
Recorded By – Storm Jefferson
Vocals [Additional] – Digital Black 3:15
7 Lady On My Block
Producer, Mixed By – Budda
Recorded By – Storm Jefferson 4:46
8 Want You Now
Mixed By – Ben Garrison
Producer – Budda
Recorded By – Chris Puram 4:05
9 Street Life
Engineer – Bob Tucker
Engineer [Assistant] – Peter Dirado
Mixed By – Dino "The Cut" Johnson, Gabe Chiesa
Producer – Caviar, Overdose
Strings [Arranged & Recorded] – Paul Riser 3:39
10 Slowly
Engineer, Mixed By – Scott Wolfe
Instruments [Played & Programmed] – Rockstar 6:08
11 Kill 4 You
Engineer – Wayne Allison
Mixed By – Ausha Keys
Producer, Instruments – E. Seats, Rapture Stewart 4:30
12 Let It Go
Producer, Mixed By – Budda
Recorded By – Eric Pitts 3:48
13 Bounce & Grind
Instruments [Played & Programmed] – Rockstar
Producer – Rockstar
Recorded By, Mixed By – Scott Wolfe 5:12
14 I Don't Wanna Be Lovin' You
Keyboards – Lorenzo Pryor
Mixed By – Ausha Keys
Producer, Keyboards – Budda
Recorded By – Carlos Warlick 4:30
Label: Blackground Records – 7243 8 50404 2 9
Format: CD, Album
Country: US
Released: 2001
Genre: R&B Soul, Funk
Style: Contemporary R&B
Tank's debut album, Force of Nature (2001), is widely praised as a strong R&B entry, marking him as a major talent with hit ballads like "Maybe I Deserve" and "Slowly," showcasing his vocal power, soulful depth, and vulnerability, though some critics found early tracks weaker, the overall consensus points to a solid foundation for his career with diverse moods and impressive production.
It Established Tank as a significant R&B artist with its successful launch and Gold certification and featured popular tracks "Maybe I Deserve" and "Slowly," showcasing vulnerability and vocal prowess.
The album gighlighted Tank's powerful voice and soulful delivery, setting a high standard, offering a mix of slow jams and upbeat tracks, with some tracks drawing comparisons to D'Angelo.
Many reviewers, including AllMusic and fans, rate it highly (e.g., 5/5 stars from AllMusic), recognizing its impact. Some felt the beginning was rough but the second half was stronger, while others felt it wasn't his best work compared to later albums but was still essential.
Best Tracks (Fan & Critic Picks):
"Maybe I Deserve" (a standout ballad)
"Slowly" (showcasing vocal power)
"I Don't Wanna Be Lovin' You" (a mellow mid-tempo)
"Want You Now" (sensual with great lyrics)
In essence, Force of Nature is seen as a defining R&B album, launching Tank's celebrated career with emotional depth and musical quality.