Part III (112 album)
Part III is the third studio album by American R&B quartet 112, released on March 20, 2001, by Bad Boy Records and Arista Records. The album follows their previous releases, 112 (1996) and Room 112 (1998).
The album's title, "Part III," signifies its position as the third major offering in 112's discography, emphasizing their continued evolution as a group. Musically, Part III continued 112's exploration of contemporary R&B sounds, incorporating elements of hip-hop and soul. Production was handled by a variety of producers, including Bryan-Michael Cox, Kevin "She'kspere" Briggs, and Tim & Bob.
Notable singles from Part III include "Peaches & Cream," which became a commercial success, reaching the top of the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. Other singles included "Dance With Me" and "It's Over Now."
The album received mixed to positive reviews from critics, with some praising its catchy melodies and production, while others found it to be somewhat formulaic. Commercially, Part III was successful, reaching number five on the Billboard 200 chart and being certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).