Let me start off by saying that I am totally biased, I love John Legend! He could sing the alphabet and as long as he does so beautifully, I will love it. I will say that this album is not my favorite one but it is good. The album is different, just as his second was different from his first one. This album is not even a mixture of the two: It’s Evolution. John has indeed stepped from behind the piano as Andre 3000 suggests and showed us that he could do something a little more up tempo and do it refreshingly well.

Let’s see, the album starts with Green Light, which is his single with Andre. When I first heard it on the radio I thought it was nice. Now it’s one of my favorite songs to dance to.

It’s Over: The song is honest. John is questioning himself on why he keeps calling her when he knows that it is over. He openly admits that he doesn’t want to be who she wants him to be. This song features Kanye and that friggin’ vocoder machine. The machine I could have done without but Kanye presents his rhyme in his usual fun witty style. Overall a good track.

Everybody Knows: At first not one of my favorites but an easy listen. Then John hit one of the most beautiful notes, made me listen, and now it stays on repeat. The line, “I still can’t believe you,” turned this song around. Another point of honesty comes when he wishes his best and says “I guess” followed by a beautifully written hook. I forget the name of the girl he works with who does his background vocals but together they always sound great.

Quickly: Definitely has an 80’s feel to it. Brandy makes a guest appearance on this track. Nice. Cross the Line: I like it. Another 80’s type of beat. He does his whispering growl (as I call it). It’s enticing.

No Other Love: Another banger for me. The reggae rhythm makes me sway my hips. Estelle sounds wonderful. This

Time: John sits back behind the piano and gives us what he does best, a beautiful honest ballad that tells of what he would do different if he could get that one more chance. I would take a man back if he came to me with this type of honesty.

Satisfaction: Another nice song to groove to.

Take Me Away: Not my favorite but I am sure it will grow on me.

Good Morning: I heard this on his Green Light video and I wanted more. John speaks of saying that one last “Good Morning” in a special way. Oh what a way to wake up!

I Love, You Love: This song is different. One of those off beat type of tracks where John just croons and expresses his love. I like it. The guitar is really nice on this one.

If You’re Out There: You all know John is good for that one inspirational song. Sure it’s a little cheesy but I get his point.