Lessons In Love

Lloyd

Product Details

• Audio CD (August 5, 2008)
• Original Release Date: August 5, 2008
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Universal
• ASIN: B001AJIWPU
• In-Print Editions: Audio CD  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (24 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #36,889 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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About the Artist
As a child, Lloyd Polite Jr. fell in love with performing. As a student at the prestigious Atlanta-based DeKalb School of the Arts, it was clear he'd found his calling. After catching the attention of former Klymaxx-member-turned-talent-manager Joyce Irby at the tender age of ten and wetting his professional feet via a stint with the kiddy group N-Toon, the dynamic performer known to music fans today simply as Lloyd eventually signed with Irv Gotti's The Inc. Records and has been nurturing a solid career ever since.

After making his major mark on the music scene in 2004 via "South Side," the Top 20-placing love-struck anthem on which he collaborated with Ashanti, Lloyd released his debut disc of the same title. In the years that have followed, he's proven himself as a legitimate industry player, generating hits like 2006's chart-topping "You" and the infectious "Get It Shawty," which saw Top two placement last year. The latter was spawned from his gold-selling sophomore disc, Street Love.

In June 2008, Lloyd returns with his third effort, Lessons In Love. The hard-driving lead single, "How We Do It" featuring Ludacris, a party track written by Lloyd and Wood Works and produced by Baby Boy & Superkidd, a group of promising up-and-comers based out of Inglewood, California. Lloyd says of the track, "It's pretty much reppin' where you're from and having pride in your community." The album sees Lloyd re-teaming J-Lack, the mastermind behind "Get It Shawty." Eric Hudson, famed for Kanye West's "Flashing Lights", and with beat-men Jasper Cameron & Big Reese. Lloyd also enlisted some additional heat working with,

Polow Da Don and the team of Tricky & Dream ("Umbrella" & "Bed").

The level mix of club-bangers and ballads presented on Lessons In Love varies in subject matter, from physical lust to true love; Lloyd communicates with his strong fan base through terms they can relate to. He nods to the time-honored sport of girl-chasing on tracks like "Around the World" and acknowledges the realities of sexual activity on "Party All Over Your Body," a seductive ballad dropped over a fast-moving drum bass resulting in an organic, mid-tempo gem. "Lose Control," which features Nelly, dares ladies to let go of their inhibitions and embrace their wild sides, taunting, "I'm trying to find out how low can you go/Free your mind of doubt/Let love rule your soul/Take the time out so we can loose control...."

But at 22, Lloyd is ready to embrace maturity. Songs like "Lose Your Love" - which cunningly borrows the chorus from `80s rock band Outfield's hit "Your Love" - and "Have My Baby" touches on genuine love and relationships. Growing up in a largely-female household gave Lloyd a deep-rooted respect for women and has helped tune his antenna to the fairer sex. His sensitivity comes through on tracks like "Treat U Good" - on which he flips his vocal style to a fast staccato - and "I Can Change Your Life," a moving, beautifully-produced piece sure to secure the cross-over potential heard on "You" and "Get It Shawty." This ladies man not only enjoys pursuing women, but uplifting them as well.

Lloyd's performing arts education not only helped him hone his natural-born talent but also gave him an important outlet to express himself that has stuck with him throughout his career. Since releasing his debut single, Lloyd has gained more confidence in his craft and his identity as an artist. His energetic performances on

the Scream Tour have proven his ability to command a crowd and he's counting on his new project to further cement his brand.

Lloyd aspires to be successful behind the scenes as well; He's launched his own label, Young Goldie Music -- on which his last two projects were released -and he's prepped to sign his first artist, Bronx, New York-based Tokyo Diva. He's also taken on endeavors outside of the music world. The Atlanta-raised performer has given back to his birth city of New Orleans by taking part in rapper and New Orleans native David Banner's 2006 Heal the Hood Concert benefiting displaced Katrina victims. He donated 50 tickets for the show to children from fellow heartthrob Usher's New Look Foundation, which helps create avenues for young people to enter the business side of sports and entertainment. He also travels to speak to kids across the country with producer and musical mentor Dallas Austin in support of the fellow Atlantan's new project that builds recording studios in area public schools. All of this encompasses Lloyd the person.

With a successful recording career, business savvy and a connection to the community, Lloyd is one young person on which youth has clearly not been wasted.

Product Description
After making his major mark on the music scene in 2004 via Southside the Top 20-placing love-struck anthem on which he collaborated with Ashanti, Lloyd released his debut disc of the same title. In the years that have followed, he’s proven himself as a legitimate industry player, generating hits like 2006’s chart-topping 'YOU' and the infectious 'GET IT SHAWTY' which saw Top two placement last year. The latter was spawned from his gold-selling sophomore disc, Street Love. In Summer of 2008, Lloyd returns with his third effort, Lessons In Love. The hard-driving lead-in single, 'How We Do It' featuring Ludacris, a party track written by Lloyd and Wood Works and produced by Baby Boy & Superkidd, cleared the way for his new smash follow-up single, 'Girls Around The World' featuring Lil Wayne. Lloyd also enlisted some additional heat working with Polow Da Don and the team of Tricky & Dream 'Umbrella' & 'Bed'. Lloyd is ready to embrace maturity. With a successful recording career, obvious business savvy, genuine spirit and a connection to the community.

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Lloyd Teaches Refreshing Lessons In Love, August 5, 2008

By	Njai Joszor "njaijoszor.com" - See all my reviews

Although he had a rough start with his first project "Southside," R&B singer Lloyd has taken the right steps to hone his craft over the years, which all comes together on his new album "Lessons In Love," in stores today.


Kicking off with the fun and flirty track "Sex Education," Lloyd zeros in on his lady, showing her how to please him and asking her to do the same. Although "Sex Education" is catchy and lyrically strong, the song fails to live up to its title which Lloyd makes up for in similar sex filled and R.Kelly tinged songs like "Heart Attack," "Love Making 101," and "Party All Over Your Body."

Lloyd is however strong vocally throughout the album, his signature falsetto and soft tone blends in well throughout the 13-track album. With just one collaboration on the album ("Girls Around The World"), Lloyd holds his own quite well.

The first single and only collaboration with Lil Wayne entitled "Girls Around The World" does a good job of pushing Lloyd's album, similar to "You" which propelled his 2006 effort "Street Love." Even though the track is catchy and built for radio "Girls Around The World," a sample from the Eric B & Rakim classic "Paid In Full" is not the young crooner's strongest track. In fact he has at least two tracks that could become successful singles.

"Treat U Good" and the Bryan Michael Cox helmed track "I Can Change Your Life" are arguably the best songs on the album.

"Treat U Good," produced by Eric Hudson seems to be a track that Lloyd likes himself. Not only is he vocally strong and consistent here, but it seems to be some of his best work ever. Listening to "Treat You Good," may remind you of a cross between Chris Brown's "Take You Down" and Usher's "Trading Places" -- but more uptempo. Crooning tastefully about his appetite for lovin', Lloyd says " Our Lovin' was good, by now you should know, there's no way I can let you go" .... Lloyd doesn't care about what anyone may think about his brand of love either, crooning .."I don't care who may see or who may know."

Keeping up vocally with "I Can Change Your Life," Lloyd sings albeit effortlessly about how he offers more than other men: "I can change your life, I can make you happy, girl if you let me I'll make your puzzle complete." A definite pop/crossover hit, "I Can Change Your Life" should be bumping on your local radio station soon.

After "I Can Change Your Life," Lloyd returns to his more sexual self on tracks like "Have My Baby," "Love Making 101," and Polow Da Don's "Party All Over Your Body." Although Lloyd goes for an "A" in sex education the young crooner still has some growing to do in this department. "Have My Baby," albeit different and catchy on its first listen ends up sounding like a "tween" version of R.Kelly's "Half On A Baby" with a little snippet of the R in R&B's "Sex In The Kitchen." Lloyd's notetaking from R.Kelly continues on "Year of the Lover" -- "I'mma put you up on the stove and take off all of your clothes.. Girl, watch me cook." Lloyd's baby making lessons continue on "Year of The Lover," which is actually a solid track, that could easily make for a good radio/anthem and tour track. Singing about taking his lady on a journey, Lloyd sings "Let's make a baby, let's do something crazy"....followed by "I'm gonna take you on a ride called making love girl, don't let go." His antics may not go over to well with parents of his teenage audience as she sings "I'll watch you spread, and get in between your legs now."

While Lloyd gets down, dirty and freaky on this effort (by the way he gets points for not watering it down at the age of 22), it is by all means a quality R&B album worth a buy from start to finish. I give Lloyd's "Lessons In Love" a 4/5 rating as his "Lesson" was well put together, solid and showed growth over the last effort "Street Love" which by the way was also a great album...(shameless plug.... "Certified" was one of the strongest tracks..you might want to download that one too!)

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars great music, September 24, 2008

By	Karen S. Wako "wamwano" (silver spring, MD 20902 USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I had never heard about lloyd before but one night I was listening to the radio and heard his song 'Year of the lover'. I loved the song immediately and bought his CD. I was not disappointed...every song is addictive.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Lloyd snagged a new a fan, August 13, 2008

By	Glorious Glory "Goddess" (Chicago, Ill USA) - See all my reviews

I normally hate today's pop RnB, I think it has basically sound the same within the past 10 years. I'm freakishly annoyed by folk like The Dream, Trey Songs, R.Kelly, Ray-J, Jamie Foxx and even Usher. Too predictable and flat. But Lloyd's Lessons in Love is so refreshing, he definitely stepped the game up and I hope folk take notice. I know this album is beefed up with pricey sampling and production but that doesn't mask the fact that Lloyd is majorally talented. The sincerity in his voice reminds me of Michael Jackson and I'll tell you I haven't felt in no other RnB crooner today. Not only does Lloyd got that MJ thing going on, he's a perfect combination of Ralph Tresvant, Raphael Saddiq, Ginuwine and Earth Wind and Fire. Too slick.. As for the album itself, its really spacey/synthy which I LOVE. It got 80s type feel but it isn't overdone and corny, if anything is perfectly 2008. My favorite song is "I'm Wit It", I bought the album yesterday and already have over 15 plays. Anyway, I never buy albums and I bought this one. So I'm impressed.