When I heard this album, I was completely blown away. John Legend has a very distinct style and sound. And he defines it well on this album. No one has the same cadence or rhythm that this guy does. Trust me, he stands out. Once you hear it, you won't easily forget. His songs are so well crafted and self-assured. And fittingly, he will be opening up for Alicia Keys on her upcoming Diary Tour. That's one stellar combination. It doesn't get much better.
This album at times is dynamic and at others incredibly subtle. That's part of the John Legend magic. His voice alone shows great imagination. He's able to create such unique and interesting layers and textures. Mr. Legend's voice isn't one dimensional. He knows when and where to accentuate every line of each song.
I have very few albums where the energy resonates so strongly. I feel like I'm in a better place mentally after listening to this record. It is a classic because it captures the same quality and elegance that the vintage R&B records did. Most of the contemporary stuff just stays on the surface and never quite sinks in. This album goes deeper. It does more than move, it lifts.
1.) Prelude 5/5, 2.) Let's Get Lifted 5/5, 3.) Used to Love You 5/5, 4.) Alright 5/5, 5.) She Don't Have to Know 5/5, 6. Number One 4/5, 7.) I can Change 5/5, 8. )Ordinary People 4/5, 9.) Stay With You 5/5, 10.) Let's Get Lifted Again 4/5, 11.)So High 4/5, 12.) Refuge [When It's Cold Outside] 5/5, 13.) It Don't Have to Change, 14.) Live It Up 5/5
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