Have you seen the album cover? And, have you related it to the titled, "The Evolution of Robin Thicke?" If you have, then you probably feel like me, what a creative move on Robin Thicke's behalf! On the album cover, Robin goes from crawling to standing, which is truly an evolution! That was definitely worth pointing out. Many people have told me to listen to this album because they felt that it was so good, and, while it's not quite as good as most are saying, it is definitely and good and solid LP. Most of the production is basic, but the lyrics and Thicke's magnificent falsetto help to bring this album up several notches.
The first songs released to radio were "Wanna Love You Girl" and "Lost Without You." "Wanna Love You Girl" is a good up-beat song produced by The Neptunes, but, honestly, it does not compare to "Lost Without You", for this song is nothing short of a masterpiece. I was hooked when I first heard the song. I immediately added it to my iPod. The beautiful guitar arrangement, Thicke's great delivery and the nice lyrics help to make this song one of the best heard in a very long time. "Would That Make You Love Me" and "Cocaine" are interesting pieces, but they are great moments on this album.
Robin Thicke is different, yet he somehow to conforms to the music industry. Therefore, all music listeners should pick up this album because it is sure to touch you.
Mikeisha's Top 5
1. "Lost Without You"
2. "Got 2 Be Down"
3. "Teach You a Lesson"
4. "All Night Long"
5. "Lonely World"
March 14, 2008Joni Mitchell's "Shine," Richard Buckner's "Meadow" and Brandi Carlile's "The Story" were all masterpieces, but Robin Thicke's "Evolution of Robin Thicke" came out of nowhere and conquered my CD player for a good part of 2007. Urban dance music for lovers. Recommended! And come to think of it, the Robert Plant/Alison Krauss collaboration "Raising Sand" was also great.
December 7, 2007 |  | The Evolution of Robin Thicke |  |
I couldn't agree more with a previous reviewer's comment about how this album crossed racial, gender & age lines to become one of the more popular r&b/pop albums of the summer! On a personal note, both my "20-something" cousin and her "50-something" mother tried to swipe my copy at a family barbeque!!!
Having bought and only recently appreciated Thicke's debut disc this was a most pleasant surprise as this album has a clearer focus and target audience than his debut which was musically all over the place.
My favorite tracks are:
CAN YOU BELIEVE - I can't believe this wasn't as big a hit as...
LOST WITHOUT YOU - beautifully sublime love song - a perfect storm kind of hit featuring the right lyrics, excellent music & vocal production and a smoking hot video
I NEED LOVE - another instant "quiet storm" hit
WANNA LOVE YOU GIRL - although the lyrics & Thicke's vocals are a bit "meh", I press the repeat button on this track mainly for the beats
THE SKY - one of the few songs where Thicke does not use his falsetto, he sings in his natural range and sounds great
GOT TO BE DOWN - I love the pairing of his vocals with Faith's, the music production and his vocal arrangement is reminiscent of Marvin Gaye
The other two songs that I like but not as much as the above list are:
SHOOTER - I really like the music arrangement more than the lyrics and
COCAINE - love the music arrangement and his layered vocal arrangement.
Overall I think this is a really enjoyable cd with Thicke showing good improvement as an artist and successfully nixing the sophomore jinx.
September 24, 2007At first I was like "What the Hell?!"...but wow, when this CD sinks in, you'll love it!
September 6, 2007 | | Robin Thicke - The Evolution of Robin Thicke | |
Robin Thicke's second studio album was "The Evolution of Robin Thicke" (2006). I only recently came across Thicke's music and have been really impressed. This sixteen track album features guest appearances from Faith Evans, Lil Wayne & Pharell. The album's opener is a soulful duet with the talented Faith Evans on "Got 2 To Be Down". Thicke then looks to change, find a lost love and overcome his blues on another standout in "Complicated". "Would That Make You Love Me" another solid track leads up to Thicke's second single "Lost Without U" an excellent track which vibes real well. The upbeat "Ask Myself" follows, then Thicke provides something different collaborating with Rapper Lil Wayne on "All Night Wrong". Thicke then changes things up providing the refreshing and creative "Everything I Can't Have" backed by some distinct instrumentals. Slow ballad's follow in "Teach U A Lesson" & "I Need Love". The first Robin Thicke track I ever heard was "Wanna Love U Girl" a memorable collaboration with Pharell, backed by a bouncy beat the two provide an enjoyable track. The album's third single is "Can U Believe", Thicke sings soulfully to his love backed by some laidback production. Thicke's second collaboration with Lil Wayne is "Shooter". Found it interesting that Thicke delved into R & B/Rap collobarations. I recently watched a youtube video which had Thicke collaborating live with 50 Cent for an outstanding track called "Follow Me Lead" which will be featured on 50 Cent's upcoming solo album. Thicke keeps things moving providing the upbeat "Cocaine" and elevates with "2 The Sky". This album is full of highlights, the substantial "Lonely World" is yet another, Thicke sings with passion, telling different people's stories while lacing the track with some smooth vocals. The album's closer and longest track is "Angels" an exceptional slow jam. The variety of quality music that Thicke provides throughout "The Evolution of Robin Thicke" makes this one a keeper for newcomers and dedicated fans alike.
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