Overall a decent album although there is some hype involved

Review Score: (8/10)
I have to agree with a lot of reviewers that this album was hyped up too much. I can't believe it got 5 grammy's. Of course, compared to all the other pop "music" out there, this was probably one of the better choices

I like most of the songs on this album. My favorites are
2. Girlfriend
3. How Come U Don't Call Me Anymore?
4. Fallin'
6. Rock Wit U
7. A Woman's Worth
8. Jane Doe
11. Mr. Man (featuring Jimmy Cozier) <== My Favorite
14. Why Do I Feel So Sad

I really dislike the "Butterflies" song. It is so reminiscent of songs from old Mariah Carey albums. It's not original and I think it brings the rest of the album down. They should have left it off.

The rest of the songs I can take or leave...

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