Usher’s My Way turned 90s R&B into a blueprint. In this episode of The Album Society, we break down the album’s impact, standout tracks, and why it still matters today — plus talk VMAs, music sampling, and Usher’s future projects.
In this episode of The Album Society, we dive deep into Usher’s iconic 1997 album My Way — a project that became the blueprint of 90s R&B. We break down the standout tracks, the album’s impact on hip-hop and R&B culture, and why it remains one of Usher’s most important contributions to music.
The conversation also covers:
The cultural significance of Usher’s music in the 90s
The evolution of music sampling and how My Way fits in
The recent VMAs and Usher’s place in today’s landscape
Usher’s potential 30th-anniversary tour and future projects
Whether you grew up with My Way or you’re discovering it for the first time, this episode explores why Usher’s My Way is iconic and how it shaped the sound of a generation.