''Thara'' is the debut self-titled album by American R&B singer Thara, released in 2007. The album features collaborations with

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and

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Background

In the album, with Jeremy Skaller as the producer, Thara worked with

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, Rodney Jerkins, and

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among others. The album features the hit, ''Jump On'', with Fatman Scoop, and a duet which Thara co-wrote with John Legend, ''Maybe''. Following the release of the album, Thara toured throughout Australia, the UK, and Germany.

Track listing

References

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