Eye On It

tobyMac | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (August 28, 2012)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Forefront / Emd
• ASIN: B0089PZCAQ
• In-Print Editions: Audio CD  |  MP3 Music
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (261 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #256 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
  • #4 in Music > Christian > Pop & Contemporary
  • #12 in Music > Pop > Adult Contemporary

Editorial Reviews

With over 10 million in career sales, TobyMac's first four solo projects reached RIAA
Gold status and GRAMMY" nominations, his live CD/DVD took home a GRAMMY"
award in 2009, and in 2011 the much-celebrated and acclaimed artist celebrated
his seventh consecutive GRAMMY" nomination, "Best Pop/Contemporary Gospel
Album," for his previous album Tonight. The GRAMMY" nominated single "City
On Our Knees" track topped the sales and radio charts faster than any of his
previous singles, spending 8 weeks at #1 on the Christian Audience Chart. Tonight
also garnered him the highest sales debut of Toby's solo career with over 78,000
units and a No. 6 Billboard Top 200 debut. The album also took home the Dove Award for "Best Rock
Contemporary Album of the Year."

Along with sold out tour dates, back-to-back radio hits and being named the
GMA Dove Award's 2008 "Artist of the Year," he was also nominated for "Favorite
Contemporary Inspirational Artist" at the 2010 American Music Awards and was up
for three Billboard Music Awards this year including "Top Christian Artist." The hit
song "Tonight" was also chosen as the theme song for MLB's 30 Clubs in 30 Days
Spring Training Series and featured on the Golf Channel. Additionally, his music
has been heard in major motion pictures such as "Hancock" and "TRANSPORTER
2," while also being featured on Fox sports and The NFL network, and selected as
the theme song for Fox College Football. "Showstopper," from the chart-topping
album TONIGHT, was featured in ESPN's ESPY Award Show and used to launch
the last season of CBS hit television show CSI: NY.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

35 of 36 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Solid release but lacks a little....diversity ? August 28, 2012

By Salamanderman

Format:MP3 Music

I have been a big Toby fan since the 90's when DC Talk ruled the Christian airways. Toby's solo releases have always been exciting and fun and each has had it's own unique sound yet they have all shared one thing in common; diversity. Eye On It, Toby's fifth offering still brings the upbeat beats that Tmac fans love and expect but seems to lack some of the style variations that have always given Toby his own flavor. Lyrically this albm is a step up. Toby seems to be getting a little more direct with his Christian songs which is something I appreciate very much. I have listened through this album twice now and really do like it and you probably will too!

1. Me Without You: The first single that has seen a ton of radio play definitely reflects the current popular electro-pop flare. The message is solid and the I can see why it was his choice as a single.
2. Steal My Show: A cool song with a nice even flow that reflects Toby's desire for the Lord's leading in his life. If you liked "Background" by lecrae this song will sit quite well with you.
3. Eye On It: I am quite surprised that this song didn't feature a member of Family Force 5 as it sounds like something they would do. Different and not my favorite song but still upbeat and fun with lots of electronic flare.
4. Forgiven: A highly anticipated song featuring the popular Christian rapper Lecrae, this song is one of the highlights of the album and WILL see radio play. It's a good combo as Toby sings about the joys of being forgiven and Lecrae actually tells you where to find it (Jesus), lol.
5. Speak Life: Another one of the stand-outs on the album with a great message and distinct Toby flavor. Upbeat and easy to listen to, don't be surprised to smile and bob your head when this one comes on the shuffle.
6. Unstoppable: Definitely one of the few very diverse songs on the album. An interesting synergy of electronic synthesis with a rock-driven chorus. Blanca from G1C adds some great background vocals and the message is a great one that is getting more common as the church continues to come under scrutiny by the culture.
7. Lose Myself: Not my favorite on the album but still a solid song that I think will grow on me. The chorus is cool and the message is clear and direct. We must decrease and He must increase.
8. Family: The albums token slow-song ballad with a solid message that should make some people think. This one will probably be overlooked by most but will really hit a few and I am sure God will use its message in a big way in their lives.
9. Thankful For You: One of my favorites on the album with a very Tobymac flavor. Very reflective of Toby's career and a message that most "veteran" Christians will really connect with. Love the transition between the slower verses and the super upbeat chorus.
10. Made For Me: Toby's tribute to his wife. Fine song that I sure she appreciates but one you'll probably skip.
11. Mac Daddy: Truet is back and sounds like a man! Funny song (as usual). It will be interesting to see if Truet follows his father's footsteps. (Tip, listen to each Truet song chronologically. You'll get a kick out of this audible growth chart.
12. Favorite Song: Surprising closer featuring the popular Jamie Grace. Fine song but a bit generic. Didn't really stand out to me but your millage may vary.

Hope this review was helpful!

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars What we've come to expect August 28, 2012

By chris oakes

Format:MP3 Music|Amazon Verified Purchase

While this is not TobyMac's best album, and it certainly doesn't break any new ground, TobyMac fans should be mostly satisfied with his latest effort. My first experience of it was during a morning jog, and it served as a fitting soundtrack.

Standout tracks include the title track as well as Forgiveness, Lose Myself, and Thankful for You. In fact, Thankful for You possibly ranks in the top 10 TobyMac cuts. Also, in my opinion, both remix tracks of Me Without You outperform the lead track/radio single.

Overall, you have solid lyrics written from a Christian worldview placed with modern beats and electronic (light) hip-hop. No one in Christian music does that formula better. Toby knows his audience and sticks with what will make them happy. In doing so, he remains a good bet for young and old.

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars Less Innovative, More Radio-Friendly August 30, 2012

By Aravis Tarkheena

Format:MP3 Music

I'm not going to bore you with the whole I'm-a-crazy-TobyMac-fan-all-the-way-back-to-dc-Talk-and-I-have-all-his-records-even-the-remixes-and-live-album-and-the-wristbands-that-cost-eight-bucks-a-piece-so-I'm-super-qualified-to-assess-this-record spiel. You've heard it before.

TobyMac's career has been defined by innovation. Eye On It has almost none. It's tame and overly safe, relying on radio trends and formula. The tracklist consists mostly of generic ballads, not very special and not very TobyMac-ish. It's a serious letdown considering the brilliance of his previous efforts.

But, of course, since it *is* TobyMac, there are bright spots. "Unstoppable" is a pulse-racing, high-energy jam -- it's classic TobyMac procedure, going in the vein of Catchafire or Feelin' So Fly. The title track is similar, but a little over-mixed. The collaboration with Lecrae is thoughtful and upbeat, but kind of a missed opportunity. It would have been great to see him and Toby go hip-hop crazy all over a track, like Toby and T-Bone did on "The Slam." "Family" is one ballad executed very well. The lyrics are raw and honest, and Toby's singing voice is silvery at its finest. Other tracks worth a listen are the bouncy "Lose Myself" and the funky "Thankful for You," in which Toby gives his fans props for all the support over the years.

Eye On It is definitely TobyMac -- just much mellower and poppier than ever before. As much as I hate to say it, the Momentum and Welcome to Diverse City days are gone. Even the Portable Sounds days are gone. Tonight and Eye On It have ushered in a new direction for Toby, one more radio-friendly, if less innovative. I'm not entirely pleased. But I'm a fan. And I'm sticking with him.