Southern Hummingbird - Tweet
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73 out of 100

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8.4 out of 10

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  • Summary: The former backup singer for Missy Elliott and Timbaland comes into her own on this, her debut album, which was produced and co-written by her two benefactors. Tweet's presence and talent are evidenced by the surprising abundance of guitar/soul tracks here, instead of a reliance on electronic/dance numbers typical of a Missy-Timbaland production.… Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 10
  3. Negative: 0 out of 10
  1. E! Online
    83
    Hummingbird does not disappoint fans who like their R&B buzzing with a side of multitempo hip-hop.
  2. All Music Guide
    80
    It all blends together a little bit too much to be distinctive and, as such, it has a faint feel of product, a slow seduction record for the Timbaland-worshipping hipster set.
  3. Blender
    80
    The lyrics [are] darker than your average soul/R&B debut. [#7, p.114]
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  4. Uncut
    50
    Only when she reels off her thank-yous at the end- a list as interminable as an Oscars speech - does she sound remotely happy. [July 2002, p.120]
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 6
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  1. MarciD
    10
    Tweet is the most singnificant artist to emerge since Prince. This is one of the best albums of 2002. This type of lyrical honest and skill is unfortunately rare in today's R&B music. The vocal harmonies are brillant ala the Emotions at times. Tweet is a great vocalist with subtle runs and acrobatics that even I missed initially. Tweet says she is going deeper on her next set. I'll be one of the first in line on the day of release because only Tweet can replace Tweet in my CD player!… Expand
  2. AliciaH
    10
    I rate this a 10 because I like the beats and the vocal is tight and all the songs I can relate to. The c.d. is FIRE!!!!. Peace , Lil Mama from the STL… Expand
  3. DerrickB
    10
    Tweet's debut album "Southern Hummingbird" is, simply put, amazing! Amazing vocals, lyrics and production (which Tweet is involved in all aspects). For a debut, it's breathtaking, and if this album is anything like her upcoming 2nd album "It's Me Again" (release in Jan 2005), I will be impressed again! The only bad thing is that the album art isn't great lol (only 2 pictures of Tweet...on the cover and back)… Expand
  4. Real"E"
    10
    This cd is so hot!! If you are not a true fan of R&B soul you are not going to appreciate how talented and unique Tweet really is. She has some of the most beautiful songs I have ever heard. Tweets tunes take you on a smooth ride to paradise.… Expand

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