Customer Reviews

Sparkle

5 star:		(8)
4 star:		(5)
3 star:		(3)
2 star:		(0)
1 star:		(0)

 

 

I have to admit that I did not get this CD until after I bought the new R Kelly CD. I figured if R Kelly can put together a CD with his vocals, writing, and producing, Sparkle's CD would be the same except she would be the one singing. I have to admit for the most part, I was right. If this CD was all slow songs then it may have gotten 5 and a half stars. If it wasn't for Babyface, R Kelly would be #1 in putting together the right kind of songs for the right artist. Sparkle's best moments are on "I'm Gone", "What About", which is also on the "Belly" soundtrack, "Turn Away", "Lean On Me", and the always rememorable "Be Careful f/ R Kelly. There are only about 2 songs on the 15 song CD that I can't listen to, which is good compared to some CD's these days. Add this to your current R&B collection, along with Dru Hill, Faith, 112, Deborah Cox, Kelly Price, and yes, Mr. Kelly himself.

This self titled debut for Sparkle takes you through a woman's perspective within a relationship. Even with the entire album is written, produced and arranged by R. Kelly, as done with Aaliyah's debut this album is a lot more mature in its subject matters. "I'm Gone" is a story of a seven year relationship turned sour as the overpowering words lingers over the simple, yet crisp track. Sparkle attempts to understand what love is and how it could about face on "Turn Away" and "What About". The dramatic "Be Careful" featuring R. Kelly more depth and feeling with his presence as does the remake "Lovin' You". It's just as good as the original with an additional arrangement for that same classic feel. With the nearly spiritual "Quiet Place (Prelude)" and "No Greater (Prelude)" where she displays her soul it adds meaning to the direction. Moody, touching substance of this deep endeavor will require multiple repeats, "Nothing Can Compare"!

Sparkle is a very talented person.I love all her songs especially "What About" and "Be Careful".Those songs reminded me about a relationship I was in for a while.I even told that guy that "When A Womens Fed Up" was our song.Sparkle's CD is absolutely wonderful!!!!!!Greatest Luck to you Sparkle!!

The first couple of times I listened to this CD I wasn't really feeling Sparkle, but I kept saying to myself R.Kelly is behind this...keep listening. And when I decided to listen to myself I wasnt really impressed with the results. Sparkle deals with too much drama! Is there one song on this CD where she discusses love--not a breakup or a let down?

The whole Album was great my favorite song was Be Careful with Sparkle and R Kelly good job keep up the good work

Sparkle has a great voice, and is best on her slow jams where she can show that beautiful voice, and thats what her album basically is a slow jam cd!!

sparkle has a beautiful voice, nice songs, and a good production team. I believe she will be around for a while All songs on the cd are striaght from the heart and i can identify with the song "Be Careful".

Sparkles Self Titled Cd '98 Produced By R.Kelly Is The Boom,All 15 Songs Are Good!!!
Also Sparkles 2001 "Told You So" Is Showing The Talent That Sparkle Has!! I Would Say Go Out And Buy Both Cd's,"I Really Love Sparkles Gospel Song "Everything" On The "Told You So" Cd!!
Once Other Issues Are Settled Sparkle And DD Will Shine Together!!

SPARKLE IS MY #1 FAN I LOVE ALL OF HER SONGS. SHE'S A REALLY GOOD SINGER. I'LL LOVE TO MEET HER ONE DAY TO JUST LISTEN TO HOW SHE SINGS WELL IN PERSON.

sparkle is the best she did a goos job on this album very smooth and very soft i love the album my favorite tracks are number 2,4,5,6,8 and track 11 these songs are bangin and the album is hot