Brian McKnight - Anytime (12 tracks) +Album Reviews +Used CD available for Swap

The King of Love!

november81 | 01/23/2000

(4 out of 5 stars)

"I think those that were disappointed by this c.d. should really give it a chance. Yes, he may have taken the beats from another song, but come on his voice alone makes the c.d. worth the money! No one is perfect and I haven't seen a male R&B male compare to Mr. McKnight yet (him and R. Kelly). Even R. Kelly has taken some beats and made it sound wonders! I loved this c.d. not only because of the love ballads, but because Mr. Knight tried something different. He not only got with Mase on this album, but he went back with a wonderful spritual called When The Chariots Come that will bring you to tears ( I know it did for me).When your an artists you can't just stick to one thing all the time, like humans (which he is, lets not forget)can't stick to the same t.v. show or cereal everyday. We're forgetting everyone isn't perfect and that's why they call it being different, changing the pace, or coloring outside the lines. I would recommend this c.d. to all you Brian McKnight fans and those who haven't heard one of his c.d's, because you won't be let down!"

Anytime...is a good time.

Y. Kenton | St. Louis, Missouri United States | 06/20/2001

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I simply love Brian McKnight's music. He keeps getting better and better. I played this CD so much that I got one for work and one for home. He's mastered the ballad. His voice is so smooth, and so mellow. This album can be listened to whether you're at your highest high or lowest low--it's a CD for all moods. I even found myself dancing to the uptempo grooves. It's so hard to pick out a favorite song on this album, but near the top are "The Only One for Me", "Til I Get Over You" and "Anytime"."

Why did you have to go there Brian?

Y. Kenton | 08/22/1998

(3 out of 5 stars)

"I was very upset to finally realize that Brian McKnight's hit single "Anytime" was not a completely original work. Although I love the lyrics, I was dissapointed to discover that the melody to "Anytime" was too similar to Me'Shell Ndegeocello's "Outside Your Door" to be mere coincidence. I give much props to a fellow reviewer who brought this oversight to my attention. When I heard "Anytime" for the first time, I thought I had heard it somewhere before. But I dismissed it upon checking the credits and finding that it was an "original" song. I used to love playing "Outside Your Door" over and over again because the melody was so soothing. I later found myself playing "Anytime" repeatedly because it had the same affect (not knowing that it was basically the same song-just different words). I must say that I have lost some respect for Mr. McKnight because of what he has done. I definately feel bamboozled, hoodwinked, and dooped by his latest album. He has been given a great musical gift and instead of using it, he has sold out in order to make more money. Until he returns to his roots and starts making real music again, I don't think I can support his work. Don't get me wrong, I have much love for his previous albums "I Remember You" and "Brian McKnight". I just can't respect unoriginality when someone has proven they are quite capable of being true to themselves."

Stick with ballads

E.J. Rupert | Milwaukee, WI | 06/28/2002

(3 out of 5 stars)

"I can't honestly stand by this album; the fast songs are what hurt him, like "Hold Me", which grooves over a 2Pac sample and "You Should Be Mine" with Mase. That and cliched lyrics like "I'm down on my knees/Begging you please" in "Show Me the Way Back to Your Heart". But other ballads like the title track (which sounds a little like Meshell's 1993 "Outside Your Door"), "Till I Get Over You", and "The Only One for Me" still make this album a keeper. But for his best work, check out his self-titled album and Back at One."

Excellent Album!

gemini_j | Canada | 11/27/2001

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Brian McKnight's smooth vocals, melodickeyboard-based tunes and honest lyrics help define a style of R&B that has been scarce in the '90s. On his third set, McKnight continues to touch the heart with his soulful grooves and heartfelt ballads. Although a guest appearance from Mase on "You Should Be Mine (Don't Waste Your Time)" makes for a great pop hit, McKnight's true musical talent and vocal ability replace R&B's usual connection with hip-hop on ANYTIME. Songs like "Could" and "Anytime" use the slow love song formula while "Everytime We Say Goodbye" and "You Got The Bomb" remind listeners what smooth up-tempo R&B should sound like."

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