Some albums are meant for a certain time. After several years of evolving and changing her life, Grammy Award-winning artist, actress, songwriter and NAACP Image Award-winning producer Tamela Mann is set to release her new Tillymann Music album, Overcomer, via The Orchard Distribution on Friday, August 6. There is a new sense of authority and urgency in Tamela’s music now; she has lived these songs and is ready to share the strength and purpose she has found.
Powered by the singer’s strong, passionate voice and her newfound songwriter voice, each of Overcomer’s 12 tracks was designed to bring healing and hope to a world resetting after a tumultuous chapter in its history. There’s a lot to unpack lyrically, and Tamela is at the helm of writing most of the songs.
“I put my experiences into the lyrics, putting my heart and soul into the words of this album,” Tamela says. “It’s me looking at my life and the things I was dealing with, trying to learn from those things and doing what I can to overcome them.”
Overcomer is perhaps Tamela’s best work to date. Every song is a masterful production. The album was produced by Tamela and her husband, NAACP Award-winning music producer and actor/comedian David Mann, with production backed by a group of renowned producers and writers. Special guests include Kirk Franklin and Wyclef Jean on the standout R&B-reggae-rap-gospel track “Hello God;” Todd Dulaney on the lovely “Finished Work”; Travis Green, the co-writer and producer of the anthem “Finished”; and The Fellas, on her current single, “Help Me.” “Touch From You,” the album’s lead single, added to Tamela’s bank of personal bests; the track was her seventh No. 1 on Billboard’s Gospel Airplay chart. “Source” and “He Did It For Me” are two other standouts. Tamela says of the inspiration behind the lyrics for both: “God is the source and my go-to when I’m lost. I can’t do anything without Him, and I don’t ever want to try.”
Overcomer is the latest film and the centerpiece of Tamela’s storied career. In Tyler Perry’s Assisted Living (BET+), she reprises her role as “Cora,” which she originated in Perry’s hit “Madea” plays, films and the hit TV show, Tyler Perry’s Meet The Browns. She and David have released their first joint book and album, Us Against the World, which won the NAACP Image Award. She stars in two upcoming films: Tyler Perry’s “Madea” coming to Netflix and Soul Santa airing this Christmas on BET, which she executive produced with David. Tamela also launched her own successful activewear line, the Tamela Mann Collection (tamelamann.com). The line has become a staple in the sportswear industry.
Tamela has always created art that encourages people and connects them with their faith. Her successful musical career includes memorable songs such as “Change Me,” “God Provides,” and the unforgettable #1 platinum classic, “Take Me to the King.” Tamela has received numerous accolades. In addition to winning a Grammy, she is the recipient of the BET Award, Billboard Music Award, and several Gospel Music Stellar Award, NAACP Image Award and GMA Dove Award.
“I love butterflies. I feel like I’m coming out of the cocoon again, energized and on fire,” says Tamela, who underwent surgery to replace both of her knees in the summer of 2019. After taking time to work on her health and wellness, and a new creative mindset, she presents herself as a changed woman expressing her heart and soul. “It’s new music for a new time and a new me,” she says.
If someone were to ask the singer-songwriter what her greatest wish was for this album, Tamela Mann responds: “My heart’s desire is to give people hope and let them know that there is still compassion in the world. This is an opportunity for me to once again show God’s love and grace. That’s my purpose in life and for Overcomer.”
Overcomer will go on pre-sale tomorrow, July 9th.
Tracklist:
1. Work completed. Todd Dulaney
2. I Am
3. Source
4. Help Me feat. Guys | Musical clip
5. Hello God feat. Wyclef Jean and Kirk Franklin
6. Healer
7. Conqueror
8. Winner
9. Touch Yourself | Musical clip
10. He did it for me
11. Final answer
12. Done
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