← Back

This Is Me... Then

by Jennifer Lopez

Released: November 25, 2002

Hip hop, soul, R&B

musicOnOff editorial

Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Critical Acclaim.

The Album

The album is renowned for its autobiographical nature, with Lopez expressing personal themes of love and self-discovery. Its style and personal content continue to be celebrated as defining moments in Jennifer Lopez's artistic career. Then" is the third studio album by American singer Jennifer Lopez, released on November 25, 2002.

Stories and details

Interesting Facts

The album follows her successful previous works, "On…

The album follows her successful previous works, "On the 6" (1999) and "J.Lo" (2001).

It encapsulates a blend of pop, R&B, and…

It encapsulates a blend of pop, R&B, and hip-hop elements, characteristic of Lopez's style.

Much of the lyrical content was inspired by…

Much of the lyrical content was inspired by her relationship with actor Ben Affleck at the time, which also influenced the romantic undertones present throughout the album.

One of the standout tracks from the album…

One of the standout tracks from the album is the hit single "Jenny from the Block," which became an anthem reflecting Lopez's roots and public persona.

Watch and listen

Explore the Album

Jennifer Lopez - This Is Me... Then

Open in Albums Gallery

Then

Reception

Then" performed well, achieving multi-platinum status in several countries and earning her a solidified position in the music industry during the early 2000s. Other notable singles include "All I Have" featuring LL Cool J, and "I'm Glad." The album generally received positive reviews from critics, who praised Lopez's growth as an artist and her ability to blend various musical genres.

Full background

The Complete Album Story

"This Is Me... Then" is the third studio album by American singer Jennifer Lopez, released on November 25, 2002. The album follows her successful previous works, "On the 6" (1999) and "J.Lo" (2001). It encapsulates a blend of pop, R&B, and hip-hop elements, characteristic of Lopez's style.

The album is renowned for its autobiographical nature, with Lopez expressing personal themes of love and self-discovery. Much of the lyrical content was inspired by her relationship with actor Ben Affleck at the time, which also influenced the romantic undertones present throughout the album.

One of the standout tracks from the album is the hit single "Jenny from the Block," which became an anthem reflecting Lopez's roots and public persona. Other notable singles include "All I Have" featuring LL Cool J, and "I'm Glad." The album generally received positive reviews from critics, who praised Lopez's growth as an artist and her ability to blend various musical genres.

Commercially, "This Is Me... Then" performed well, achieving multi-platinum status in several countries and earning her a solidified position in the music industry during the early 2000s. Its style and personal content continue to be celebrated as defining moments in Jennifer Lopez's artistic career.