Where It All Begins is the fifth studio album by American singer Lalah Hathaway, released on October 18, 2011, on the Stax Records label. The album represents a shift towards a more personal and introspective lyrical approach for Hathaway, exploring themes of love, loss, and self-discovery.
Notable tracks on the album include "That Was Then," a smooth, soulful ballad, and "Small of My Back," which features singer-songwriter Ledisi. Where It All Begins received generally positive reviews from music critics, who praised Hathaway's vocal performance and the album's sophisticated R&B sound. The album garnered a Grammy Award nomination for Best R&B Album at the 55th Annual Grammy Awards.