Album: I Wanna Be With You

Introduction
"I Wan na Be With You" is the 2nd studio album by American singer Mandy Moore, launched in 2000 by Epic Records. The album includes a mix of brand-new tunes, re-recordings of tracks from her launching album "So Real", and remixes of her hit songs. "I Wan na Be With You" was conceived as a follow-up to Moore's effective debut, with a more polished noise and mature themes, targeting a broader audience.

Background and Production
Following the success of her launching album, "So Real", in 1999, Mandy Moore was eager to keep her momentum in the music market. Legendary Records, her label at the time, suggested she tape-record a brand-new album with a more fully grown sound to expand her attract a wider audience. Moore coordinated with renowned producers and songwriters, such as Shaun Fisher, Joe Dibenedetto, James Renald, and Timmy Allen, who added to the album's new product.

Music Content and Style
"I Wan na Be With You" features a mix of diverse music designs, from pop ballads to uptempo dance tracks. The title track and lead single, "I Wan na Be With You", is an emotional pop ballad, showcasing Moore's vocal variety and maturity. Other standout tracks consist of "Everything My Heart Desires", an uptempo dance-pop tune, and "Want You Back", a catchy, radio-friendly tune.

The album likewise consists of re-recorded versions of Moore's hit songs "Candy" and "Walk Me Home", as well as remixes of "So Real" and "Lock Me In Your Heart". These remixes try to provide a more fully grown sound, in line with the objective of attracting a wider audience.

Release and Promotion
"I Wan na Be With You" was released on May 9, 2000, peaking at number 21 on the United States Billboard 200 chart and remaining on the chart for 22 weeks. The album attained gold accreditation by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), offering over 792,000 copies in the United States.

Moore promoted the album extensively, appearing on different television shows and radio stations, and carrying out live concerts across the United States. This promotion assisted to increase her exposure and establish her as a major pop artist, rather than a teen sensation.

Singles and Music Videos
The lead single, "I Wan na Be With You", peaked at number 24 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and got significant airplay on radio stations and music video channels. The video for the song includes Moore singing to her love interest in a ballet studio, intercut with scenes from the film "Center Stage", for which the song was the main soundtrack.

The album's second single, "Everything My Heart Desires", stopped working to make a significant impact on the charts, while the accompanying music video showcased Moore's dance relocations and charm. The 3rd single, "Walk Me Home", a re-release from her debut album, likewise did not chart.

Tradition and Reception
"I Wan na Be With You" marked a considerable turning point in Mandy Moore's career, showcasing her development as an artist and developing her as a severe pop competitor in the early 2000s. Despite combined evaluations from critics, who noted its absence of creativity and dependence on remixes, the album carried out well commercially and assisted solidify Moore's standing in the music market. With the release of "I Wan na Be With You", Moore continued to increase to prominence as a singer, actress, and popular culture icon.