Paradise

Billy Lawrence | Format: Audio Cassette

Product Details

• Audio Cassette (June 24, 1997)
• Label: Elektra / Wea
• ASIN: B000002HN5
• Also Available in: Audio CD  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,732,254 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Customer Reviews

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Exceptional!! When is her 3rd CD coming out?!?!, October 30, 2001

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Troy A. Escamilla (Marion, Iowa United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Paradise (Audio CD)

Billy Lawrence is my favorite female vocalist of all time. When people ask, and I tell them this, the very common reaction is "Who?" At that point I am eager to let them listen to one of her CD's and EVERY TIME I have gotten the person hooked on her! As I said in my comments on "One Might Say," Billy Lawrence can reach an amazing point of soul/intamacy with her smooth, mellow voice. Her songs are beautiful written and "Paradise" offers a variety of styles that can only be described as amazing. I would say the highlights of the CD are the songs "Heaven" and "Footsteps." The two songs are perfect examples of Billy Lawrence's unique, smooth vocal style and songwriting skills. Much like "Forgive Me Baby" (one of my favorite songs of ALL TIME) is on "One Might Say." I sincerely hope that Ms. Lawrence has a third album in the works. I know I will be first in line to buy it!!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must have for any music lover!, October 15, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Paradise (Audio CD)

This is a great album! It showcases her melodic voice on songs that touch on R&B that pulse with the heartbeat of classic soul. Billy's talents go beyond her crystalline voice. She's building a reputation as one of the most dynamic and creative artists in music. She first charmed her critics and listeners on her '94 debut "One Might Say" that introduced a refreshing sound that stood boldly apart from the formulaic sameness that grips much of today's R&B. With her second album, Paradise shines as a smoothly blended amalgam of Billy's diverse music environment. Each song on Paradise holds a very special place in the singer's heart. Her passion spills over on to each song on Paradise. While these songs all have what it takes to become a hit, it's quite obvious they weren't written just with that intent. From the elegant "Hooked On You" to the funky hip-hop "Come On" feat. MC Lyte to the sexy, but innocent "Whirlpool of Love," Billy fills her music with a spirit of optimism, faith and a little mystery. On songs like "Paradise" and "Footsteps" she shows a wisdom beyond her years. "Paradise" is about how you can only reach paradise in life when you believe in yourself. "Footsteps" is the fitting end to the album, an aggresive, confident lesson on the dangers of taking the wrong path in life. This album is a sparkling collection that transcends genre, 11 sensuous gems that are beautiful to hear and meaningful to listen to. Don't hesitate to buy this great well-done album.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One of favorite albums from the 90s, August 16, 2002

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Mecca Egypt (Gardena, CA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Paradise (Audio CD)

For the life of me I do not know why this album was slept on. It is so beautiful. Billy Lawrence's voice is enchanted. This isn't a blind fanatical review. I'm being real. ...I bought this album many years ago and it still manages to get repeat spins in my stereo. Billy Lawrence is an underrated vocalist that shines like diamond hidden under a rock, all she needs is the right promotion and she'll take off. I pray and hope that she creates another record because she is a great artist and I will always follow her music.

I can recall one night this year, it was around 4am and I was playing this album and Billy's first album "One Might Say" on my stereo. My friend was in the room and we were both just relaxing. He had never heard of Billy Lawrence before so we were both just listening to the records, I woke up the next morning and he's all shaking me like "who was that singing that album?!" I said it was Billy Lawrence and he was like "her singing is so beautiful, how come I never heard of her?" All I could reply is "I don't know." But, don't you make the same mistake. Obviously, you're reading this review because you stumbled across this artist and she intrigued you. ...However you purchase this album just get a ticket and enjoy this beautiful ride because I have and I always will. Thank you, Billy Lawrence.