Jaheim “The Makings of a Man” Review

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1. “Voice of R&B” (Produced by Jaheim)
2. “Hush” (Produced by R.Kelly)
3. “Have You Ever” (Produced by Kaygee)
4. “Lonely” (Produced by Kaygee)
5. “Life of a Thug” (Produced by Jaheim)
6. “You Just Don’t Get It” (Produced by Babyface)
7. “She Ain’t You” (Produced by Fatso)
8. “Never” (Produced by Daniel Farris)
9. “I’ve Changed” (featuring Keyshia Cole) (Produced by Kaygee)
10. “What You Think of That” (Produced by Ivan Barias & Carvin Haggins)
11. “Make a Wish” (Produced by Jaheim)
12. “Back Together Again” (Produced by Jaheim)

Jaheim’s new album “The Makings of a Man” will hit stores on December 18, 2007.I had a chance to listen to an advance version and it’s a very pleasant surprise, minus few missteps here and there like the duet with Keyshia Cole “I’ve Changed”.But on the other hand, tracks like “Voice Of R&B” (Produced by Jaheim),”Life of a Thug” (Produced by Jaheim) ,”Back Together Again” (Produced by Jaheim) and “Hush” (Produced by R.Kelly) are really strong,not only for their musicality but also for the fact they help Jaheim express a different aspect of his talent.”Lonely” (Produced by Kaygee) is a reprise but Jaheim makes the song his,easily.My conclusion is:the album is a good one ,production,and vocal wise,but we already knew the man could sing.Lyrically speaking,it’s just average but I don’t think you should ask for too much neither.Unfortunately,I don’t see the record selling well.
Jaheim was not very far from making a very good LP,but the lack of depth and creativity on few songs prevented him from accomplishing that task.
Nonetheless I hope he does well,because R&B really needs a voice like his right now.

Recap:
Excellent songs:”Life of a Thug”,”She Ain’t You”,”Voice of R&B”,”What You Think of That”
Good songs:”Hush”,”Have You Ever”,”Back Together Again”
Not that good:”Make a Wish”,”I’ve Changed”
Rating:3/5
You can listen to “Hush” after the jump.Make sure you leave your feedbacks in the comments section.

Jaheim – “Hush” Listen to it here.

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  1. Peppers says:

    I Love the album. I am able to listen to every song and enjoy each one with out skipping. I do agree that Jaheim could have added some Creativity to some of the songs but I rate his album 4 out of 5.

  2. Gigi says:

    I give it 9 out of 10. It’s a great album. I usually am not a fan of sampling, but Jah made the songs his own. I’m probably one of his oldest fans at 60 years old!

  3. Amos says:

    Jaheim is back and ‘back together again’ sounds like the old Jaheim. Smooth and sensitive. Disappoited in the Babyface and R Kelly though, guys you arE kings and he is the prince and Rnb is dying. Work more with him please. 8 out of 10.

  4. justbeingme says:

    Love the new music Jaheim,Can’t wait to see you this Thursday in BIG D..(Dallas Tx).My favortie is I’ve changed and You just don’t have a clue Keep up the good work…….Much Luv

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