1. JeffN.

   10

   What’s thrilling about “Because of You,” though, is that it shows how far Ne-Yo’s vaulted in such little time. His lucid, meaningful writing, profound vocal and instrumental arrangements, and his respect for amazing music and the musicians behind it, hint at Ne-Yo’s likelihood to, one (not too distant) day, make a U2-styled leap and raise the standards of what we know as “good” music.… Expand

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2. KristiW

   5

   I totally agree with Lena W. I only liked 4 out of 12 songs. I was highly disappointed. I think the album was rushed and doesn't remotely compare to "In My Words" (which I LOVED). The production was off and it seems more like an effort to imitate Michael Jackson, Prince, Usher and Donell. The Ne-Yo I highly favored this time last year was lost somewhere among bad production and that sad freestyle by Jay-Z ... I give it a 5 (for average).… Expand

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3. LorenT.

   1

   This album was hilariously bad. The lyrics predictable, the immature theme the ridiculous disco beat were collectively entertaining. I especially loved the whispering background used to spice up yet another song everyone skips. I had to fight the urge to curl my lip at each subsequent irritating beat- notably "say it" The worst twenty dollars I have ever spent!… Expand

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