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Amerie's Best Album!!! Scintillating!

Enlightened | Atlanta Georgia | 12/06/2009

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Amerie's third album Because I Love It is arguably Amerie's greatest achievement. It's a crying shame that this album is not easily available in the United States having only getting a proper release overseas. Everything that people love about Amerie is here; the blaring instruments, creative beats and writing, the in your face attitude and sexiness, the energy and the individuality. Amerie is a one of a kind artist.



She receives top shelf help from the likes of the great CURTIS MAYFIELD (yes THAT Curtis Mayfield) and Cee-Lo Green The Soul Machine which gives the album the edge that was hardly needed but much appreciated. The production is dynamic and vivacious and mostly handled by a guy named "C-Note". I don't know much about him except that he's an amazing producer that brings the best out of Amerie and it's a mystery why he didn't have a hand in her follow up album IN LOVE & WAR.





There isn't a weak moment on this album. Because I Love It is an extraordinary album from start to finish. Take Control, Crush, Crazy Wonderful, That's What U R, When Loving U Was Easy, Hate 2 Love U, Paint Me Over etc. etc. are all outstanding songs making this album her best to date. Without further adieu, make sure you give yourself a chance to experience this gem. 5 stars.





*Amazon has the cd going for 42.99 which is OUT OF THE QUESTION!!! IDK where they get these bogus prices from. The cd is great but not that dang great! lol but see if you can get it like new, used, or new from one of its vendors at a much lower cost. I certainly did!*"

Amerie Is a Musical Maven

B. Akowuah | New York City, NY | 03/09/2010

(5 out of 5 stars)

""Because I Love It" is a genius album that showcases all of the elements that make Amerie Unique + Classic and what Amerie is synonymous with ; strong vocals, great production, intricate lyrics and phenomenal delivery .Because I love it such a breath of fresh air in a state of music that is overtly mundane, recycled and empty. Because I love it starts off with a fresh intro "Forecast" which is spunky and inspirational yet short (would have been great as a full song). Than the album begins with a bang with "Hate2LoveU" that is superbly James Brown esque with its big band sound and soulful harmonies, the beauty don't stop there. Each and every song thereafter holds its own ground. This album, similar to other Amerie albums, can be played the whole way through without missing a beat. I LOVE THIS ENTIRE ALBUM. But songs that I find myself repeating are "Hate2LoveU", "Crazy Wonderful" which puts listeners in a trance of imagery and ecstasy. "Some Like It" which is sampled flawlessly and shows Amerie's playful and fun side in a creative and engaging way. "Crush" a song that has an 80's R&B/Pop vibe a la Whitney Houston. "Gotta Work" a high impact Saxophone laced song with motivational lyrics and Amerie's powerful vocals. and "That's What U R" a sensuous yet classy song that is both bold and delightful. I play this album practically everyday and I am grateful to Amerie for giving real music fans a fix of what they need, Music with exceptional quality. If you are looking for a classic than Because I Love It is for you."