This Is Niecy is the debut album of American R&B singer Deniece Williams released on August 13, 1976 by Columbia Records.
[4][5] The album was remastered and reissued with bonus tracks in 2013 by Big Break Records.
With a 4.5 out of 5 star rating, Andy Kellman of Allmusic declared "This Is Niecy is a great complement to Earth, Wind & Fire's Spirit, released the same year -- not only for its overlapping personnel, but also for its greatness.
"[6] David O' Donnell of the BBC noted "what really shines from the album is Williams' distinctive soprano voice, range and acrobatic vocal ability which confirms her as one of the greatest R&B and soul singers of her time.
"[7] Sheila Prophet of Record Mirror gave the album a four out of five star rating.