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NE-YO "Because Of You" Reviews
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AZRating: 5.8 Users rating: 9.4 |
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Release: 1 May 2007
Label: Def Jam
Genre: R&B, Hip-Hop
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| LA Daily News |
Rating: 8.7 |
The 24-year-old singer/songwriter has taken a break from making chart-topping, airwave-consuming hits for popular artists - Beyonc , Musiq and, more recently, Whitney Houston - to serve up a satisfying second album. Much like the 2006 "In My Own Words," Ne-Yo (born Shaffer Smith) applies his signature storytelling abilities to the topics of commitment, love and, of course, sex.
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| Entertainment Weekly |
Rating: 8.3 |
Ne-Yo takes a few choice pages from Michael Jackson's playbook on Because of You.
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| Virgin |
Rating: 8.0 |
Hotly-tipped R&B youngster proves form with excellent second album.
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| AllHipHop.com |
Rating: 8.0 |
Ne-Yo has certainly done well so far in his relatively short career, but he's still got room to grow and therefore might not be on the radar of every R&B fan. Still, with each step that he takes down his path, Ne-Yo shows more and more that he'll be an artist to watch for the times to come and Because of You is no exception. "Sophomore Jinx?" Not even close.
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| Los Angeles Times |
Rating: 6.2 |
A bit of an identity crisis.
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| Slant Magazine |
Rating: 4.0 |
The album is almost identical to Ne-Yo's promising debut, last year's In My Own Words, but, while it starts off strong with the thumping yet melodic title track, nothing here matches the smooth pop of "So Sick" and "Sexy Love," and there are at least two other young stars out there doing the MJ thing better.
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Users comments
| Antoinette |
Rating: 10.0 |
Ne-Yo's album portrays real feelings through his lyrics; mixed with his natural voice that is triumphant in every song. It is great to finally have a male artist out there that can really sing. It is the best album I have heard in years that shows that he will be around for a long time. It is truly the first album that I have heard and thoroughly enjoyed every track immediately. Each song has a different theme and unlike other artist (such as Bobby Valentino) every track sounds different. Definitely a 10! |
| Yung T |
Rating: 10.0 |
This is one of the best albums to come in years. This is way different than his first albu. His lyrics are off the charts. The other young artist out there should wish they had his intelligence of music. |
| Cassandra |
Rating: 10.0 |
I am a huge Ne-Yo fan and I think this album deserves a strong 10. Although this album is somewhat like In My Own Words I feel as though he is being very consistent. The songs on this album are equally as strong if not stronger than songs on his first album. Dont get me wrong I still have my favorites on In My Own Words but I can honestly say that I rock to this album just as hard! You can relate to him on Because of You just as you could on In My Own Words. He tells a story and believe me he'll have your full attention. And for all the haters Addicted is for you. Great Job Ne-Yo Keep up the good work!! |
| YouNyk |
Rating: 9.0 |
I really love Ne-Yo's new album but it needed more a club feel and dance feel. Aside from that the album was great, he put more of his own relationships in this album and tried to talk to everyone out there that has gone through these things before and that good. |
| Phil |
Rating: 10.0 |
masterpiece |
| Bailey Kelly from Montana |
Rating: 10.0 |
I really love Ne-yo stuff that he does. He is so awesome. We cant more people like him. Him and Chris Brown all the way baby. |
| Noname |
Rating: 9.0 |
beautiful, gripping, true to the heart. feel it can be a bit more sexy... Ne-yo has tremendous talent... |
| Twaambo from mpss |
Rating: 9.0 |
Sweet! Dis album iz jus plain tight and has u singing along immediately...And moving 2 its beat. He is still da Neyo we fell inluv with in his 1st album. Original, unique and simply classic. Its a sweet album. |
| Desean |
Rating: 10.0 |
Ne-Yo did it again wit this one i love every song on the album and i can't say that for alot of R&B artist that dropped this year but Lloyd and musiq soulchild but wit Ne-Yo around i can proudly say that R&B is back keep making hit's man forget the haters holla. |
| quita |
Rating: 8.0 |
everything was great- especially the prince and micheal jackson- inspired songs. the duet with jennifer hudson is amazing and i LOVE go on girl- great storytelling!!! |
| La-la |
Rating: 10.0 |
Neyo is the real prince of R&B, not Chris Brown. Neyo songs are real and easy to relate to. His voice is great. I love his new album, its one of my favorites. R&B is back thanks to Neyo |
| Ocean |
Rating: 9.0 |
Im really enjoying the album, the lyrics are really beautifull and real easy to memorises. This album is more personal than the other and he tells great story's in each song. Most of the songs i had to listian to it a few times to kinda get the feel, but certain songs like "say it" "go on girl" "Addicted" "make it work" and "do you" really stuck in my mind. I knew Neyo was gonna blow up when i first heard so sick and i still believe he'll be the most talented artist out there soon. |
| Carter |
Rating: 10.0 |
Ne-Yo's work on this album was great! Yeah, it was like the last but, it's like "In My Own Words" Part II. Which is cool. Everything came together on its one and it sounds lovely. |
| John Cochran` |
Rating: 7.0 |
I wasnt at love with it at first, but the album really grows on you. I like the fact that he didnt use a bunch of big name producers to sound the same as everyonr else. He really has his own sound and his writing is incredible. He'll get better with time like usher. |
| Rizzy |
Rating: 10.0 |
Neyo is really doing his thing this year! He switched up his whole style and ora this year. Quite different from last year`s album "In My Own Words" I`m really feeling this album. Neyo keep up the good work. I love it! |
| Derek Lewis |
Rating: 8.0 |
The ablum is a big step for neyo. I like most of the tracks and i can also relate to most of the songs on the ablum. he stills has a long way to go in order to be on usher level. |
| Noname |
Rating: 10.0 |
This is one of the best albums I have. Ne-yo is reall doing his thing. He has a great voice & he is doing really good because this album is just as good as the last. |
| Ebonee |
Rating: 10.0 |
This album is hott!!! I love Ne-Yo as an artist and he just keeps proving himself with each album. I love all the songs on his first and second album and he needs to keep it up. Ne-Yo and John Legend are my favorite artists because they represent real R&B. |
| sexymama |
Rating: 10.0 |
This is a great follow-up to his first CD, "In My Own Words". You often hear people say that when a new artist arrives on the scene, it is hard to top your first release. Well I feel in this case, NeYo has proved many wrong. One thing that is important in the music business is being consistent, yet different with each attempt. NeYo has done this with his second release. He is a very talented songwriter and this proves that he will be an integral part of the music scene for years to come. To all the haters..."stop hating" and appreciate the man for the talent that God has given to him to share with the world. |
| Jazmine |
Rating: 10.0 |
This album is hot!!! Neyo is a very talented young man very expressive that's what makes this album 2 thumbs up. Neyo keeps doin his thing and thats what counts. |
| Critic K |
Rating: 7.0 |
As much as we do enjoy Ne-yo and his all too accesible and catchy r&b/pop offerings, is it just me or are other people also having serious spouts of dejavu? The first track "Because of You" also the albums title is a clear prelude of the early micheal-esque flowances that are to come. Formulaic and overtly influenced by the era of his upbringing, this album is brimming with beats you could swear that you've heard before and at times cheesy and oh so familiar lyrics. Fundly enough, that is what makes this sophomore offering so likeable. Original no, but highly listenable yes. Dont get me wrong, I love Ne-yo just as much as the next r&b critic, but in terms of originality, you wont find it here. Ne-yo has not attempted to distance himself or his music from its predecessor but we still seem to smile upon hearing his melodic and catchy offerings. |
| Kayla T(15) |
Rating: 10.0 |
Ne-yo is the real deal his songs are beautiful and for me they put a smile on my face everytime I listen to them.I think that Ne-yo is his own person and just wants to be Ne-yo and create the best song he can.He's not trying to be micheal jackson cuz nobody can be mike he just pulls from him for inspiration.And we know that he will be here for many years to come.LOVE YA NE-YO
P.S(Hope to work with you soon!! :) |
| Melissa T(13) |
Rating: 10.0 |
Ne-Yo is the real deal because all his songs and cds are so real.Especially his song "Do You" that's my song.I think that Ne-Yo base his songs on real life like all the time.To me nobody can ever be like him.Ima buy ur cd"Because of You"Love ya Ne-Yo |
| Dave |
Rating: 10.0 |
WOOOOW!!!!! This album is... I can't explain it, it's just "Because Of You". Ne-Yo is the king of R&B. And I love especially the song Because of you. He is EXCEPTIONAL. May GOD help you to continue giving us these songs. |
| Zaya |
Rating: 10.0 |
Yo the album is hot. Ne-Yo did his thing. The best song on their is Do You. Ne-Yo is on top of the R&B world like. R.Kelly better watch out. |
| nikki |
Rating: 10.0 |
at first i was a lil disappointed after listenin to it the first time because i was sooo in love with his first album- but now after having it on repeat in my car everyday his songs really started to grow and now its the only thing i listen too : ) |
| Cierra |
Rating: 10.0 |
Ne-yo is one of the artists who comes out with a great Cd (in my own words) and comes out with a follow up (because of you) in a good amount of time that is just as great as the first one |
| Jayson |
Rating: 9.0 |
The good definetly outweights the bad on this. All hits with a couple exceptions. First album was a perfect 10 and this is pretty close. |
| henrie |
Rating: 10.0 |
This album is gr8!!no doubt he cr8d hits that will last forever!! i hope he continues to produce more and better!! all y'all should show ur support and by the album.wat tops this album is the pure and wonderful writtin skill!!! it was exeptional!!!
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| Shaddiyyah aka Bria |
Rating: 10.0 |
Yea I got both of Neyo's cds and usually an artist does extremely well on their first cd and the one's after are shitty. But not Neyo. I love his 2nd cd a lot. Yal dont undastand that Neyo is here and he ain't going NOWHERE!!! I believe no mata what he does he'll be successfull in. He is very much talented. His lyrics are just so damn HOT!! He is just so sick!!! It just dat whateva he touches will be hot without a doubt and he not gon do nuthin but get beta! I can't wait to c him really blow up! Oh yea dat and HE IS SO FUCKING SEXY!!! |
| khuma |
Rating: 10.0 |
i have always loved neyo's work and this is no exeption,its plain to see that this man is very talented,the album is tight,the beats,the lyrics,mmmh,neyo just leaves me speechless,awesome album. |
| Sarah xx |
Rating: 8.0 |
gud but yeah i do also find dat his songs kinda sound de same still love em though xx |
| Christina |
Rating: 10.0 |
I feel that Ne-yo added sexuality to real life. He was passionate and himself. He can be related to real people. His flow is crazy and just moves you. I would definetly recommend this cd. If you loke R'n'B, you should definently own this cd!!! |
| N`eN`e |
Rating: 9.0 |
I think Ne-Yo did it again! I could really relate 2 every song, but "do you" really is my fav!! I ask myself that always! lol....Great job Ne-Yo, Love ya and ya music, keep doing ya thing! |
| Mandy |
Rating: 10.0 |
I love ne-yo so much,he is very special and has a great voice and he sends a realy interesting vibes....I just wanna say-he is the greatest...ki$$ |
| Jamilla |
Rating: 10.0 |
i think neyo is doing an excellent job. he is successful and cares about others.His flow is crazy and just moves you. he is very seriuos about what he does. i love all of his songs gets me going. |
| Brittani |
Rating: 10.0 |
Neyo is a wonderful artist and this cd just brings out the best in him! He sounds like a mature adult and I love it everyone should go out and get this cd! Its AMAZING! |
| teddy |
Rating: 10.0 |
I feel that Ne-yo added sexuality to real life. He was passionate and himself. He can be related to real people. His flow is crazy and just moves you. I would definetly recommend this cd. If you loke R'n'B, you should definently own this cd!!! |
| dii@monD |
Rating: 10.0 |
this cd is the best ne-yo did his thing on this one there is nothin bad to say about this album u could do alot to this cd and i think thats exactly what he intended for his listeners to enjoy anybody who got something bad to say is jus hating on this talented new and upcoming artist |
| Dion |
Rating: 10.0 |
This cd can go in the same category as Mariah Carey's Empancimation of Mimi, Usher's Confessions, Robin Thicke's The Evolution and Justin Timberlake's FutureSex/LoveSound. Its outstanding. |
| Taylor |
Rating: 9.0 |
Ne-Yo is doing his thing. With this album he started with " Because of You" and it still gets me singing and dancing. Then "Do You" sits you down and make you think. His collaborations are hott! He did it big with Jay-Z in his song "Crazy" which is a let go crazy song. Then him in Jennifer Hudson did their thing. If you don't have this cd you gotta get it! You won't be disappointed. |
| Bebe |
Rating: 10.0 |
This cd is great from start to finish i loved it. The best cd to come out in the year 2007 so far i'm still waiting on mario lol |
| EBeY |
Rating: 10.0 |
Honestly i didnt think neyo would come out with another cd that i would like and do better tan his 1st, but he did. and this cd is honestly tha truth especially "ADDICTED". There aren't many cds that i can just let play through, but Neyo mos definitly takes tha cake on that one. And i'm really feelin it. |
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